A retrospective national cohort study of trends in mechanical ventilation among Veterans living with dementia, 2010-2019

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Despite longstanding concern about an increase in use of invasive mechanical ventilation among persons living with dementia (PLWD), no studies have examined …

Self-perceived preparedness needs among caregivers of Veterans with and without dementia: An exploratory study using open-ended survey data

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Caregivers' self-perceived preparedness for caregiving influences care recipients' and caregivers' emotional health, and care recipients' aging in place. …

LGBTQ+ Veterans report greater subjective cognitive impairment and risk factors for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias

Abstract: Background: Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) among the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and/or additional marginalized sexual/gender identities …

Association of impaired medication adherence with subsequent clinical recognition of dementia or cognitive impairment in older Veterans

Abstract: PURPOSE: To examine whether lower medication adherence in individuals without documented dementia or cognitive impairment (DCI) is associated with subsequent clinically …

Exploring goal-concordant medication use among VA community living center residents with dementia

Abstract: Background: Documentation of patient goals and preferences within medical records has the potential to align medication use with goals of care (GoC) and individualize …

Long-term changes in cardiorespiratory fitness and incidence of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias among US Veterans

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) remain a leading cause of morbidity and mortality. Poor cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) has been identified …

A multivariable model to predict risk of dementia or death in older Veterans with traumatic brain injury

Abstract: BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is associated with increased risk of both death and dementia in older adults, but no prognostic models currently …

Reducing burden and anxiety for caregivers of Veterans with traumatic brain injury and dementia: Randomized controlled trial of the resources for enhancing all caregivers’ health—Hope intervention

Abstract: Purpose/Objective: Caregivers of veterans with comorbid traumatic brain injury (TBI) and dementia face many challenges managing their loved ones’ neurobehavioral …

Change in distressed behavior in dementia during the COVID-19 pandemic in Veterans Affairs community living centers

Abstract: OBJECTIVES: To compare distressed behavior in Veterans with Alzheimer disease and related dementias (ADRD) residing in Veterans Affairs (VA) Community Living Centers …

83. Supporting the safety of anti-amyloid monoclonal antibody therapy for early Alzheimer's disease in United States Veterans

Abstract: Introduction Aging United States Military Veterans are at an increased risk of developing dementia compared to the general population due to both military and …

Experiences and support needs of Veterans living with dementia

Abstract: Despite an increased focus on dementia nationally and internationally little evidence exists on veteran experiences of dementia. Accounts of supporting veterans with …

Prolonged hospitalization and adverse events in Veterans awaiting guardianship: A retrospective cohort analysis

Abstract: Background: Hospitalized adults who are deemed to lack both capacity for medical decision-making and an appropriate surrogate often have prolonged hospital stays while …