• Author: James L. Rudolph
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Changes in physical function and physical therapy use in older Veterans not infected by COVID-19 residing in community living centers during the COVID-19 pandemic

Abstract: Objectives: Examine physical function change and physical therapy (PT) use in short-stay and long-stay residents not infected by CoVID-19 within Veterans Affairs (VA) …

Wandering behavior and SARS-CoV-2 infection in Veterans Affairs Community Living Center residents

Abstract: Objective: Wandering behavior in nursing home (NH) residents could increase risk of infection. The objective of this study was to assess the association of wandering …

Differential effects of a social work staffing intervention on social work access among rural and highly rural Veterans: A cohort study

Abstract: Objective: To evaluate the impact on rural Veterans' access to social work services of a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) national program to increase social work …

Lower odds of successful community discharge after medical hospitalization for Veterans with schizophrenia: A retrospective cohort study of national data

Abstract: Medical comorbidity, particularly cardiovascular diseases, contributes to high rates of hospital admission and early mortality in people with schizophrenia. The 30 days …

Trajectories of physical function changes for older Veterans with serious mental illness in a clinical exercise program

Abstract: Background and aims: Older persons with serious mental illness (SMI) have compromised physical function (endurance, strength, mobility). Multicomponent exercise is …

Serious mental illness is associated with elevated risk of hospital readmission in Veterans with heart failure

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Adults with serious mental illness (SMI) have high rates of cardiovascular disease, particularly heart failure, which contribute to premature mortality. The …

Identifying Alzheimer's disease and related disorders via diagnostic codes in Veterans with heart failure

Abstract: Cognitive impairment due to Alzheimer's disease and related disorders (ADRD) threatens self-management ability when co-occurring with heart failure. ADRD also increases …

Trends in palliative care utilization in deceased Veterans with heart failure

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Specialist-level palliative care in the final days does not allow time to alleviate symptoms and suffering. This analysis examined the change in the time from …

Acute antipsychotic use and presence of dysphagia among older Veterans with heart failure

Abstract: Objective: Examine whether new antipsychotic (AP) exposure is associated with dysphagia in hospitalized patients with heart failure (HF). Design: Retrospective cohort. …

Homeless Veterans in Nursing Homes: Care for Complex Medical, Substance Use, and Social Needs

Abstract: OBJECTIVES: The homeless population is aging, and their use of nursing homes is not well understood. We compared comorbidities (substance use, mental health conditions, …