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[Audio Blog] The Connection Between Antipsychotic Use and Falls in Nursing Homes
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Falls are a leading cause of injury and hospitalization among nursing home residents, often leading to long-term disability or even death. Antipsychotic medications represent one of the contributing factors that may be often overlooked. These drugs, though sometimes necessary, can raise the risk of falls substantially, thus affecting both resident safety and facility compliance with CMS guidelines...
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