Antipsychotics Resources Abound 7/1/2012 Page ContentStaff and practitioner education and training regarding antipsychotic medications are key to any efforts to reduce these drugs’ use in long term care. Fortunately, there are many tools and materials already in existence. These include:■ “Dementia Beyond Drugs: Changing the Culture of Care,” G. Allen Power, MD■ Long Term Care Prescribing of Antipsychotic Medications: www.amda.com/governance/resolutions/E12.cfm■ Clinical Practice Guideline: Dementia: www.amda.com/tools/guidelines.cfm#dementia■ Clinical Practice Guideline: Delirium and Acute Problematic Behavior: www.amda.com/tools/guidelines.cfm#dapb■ The Use of Antipsychotic Medications in Nursing Home Residents—Questions and Answers: www.ascp.com/sites/default/files/ASCP-QnA-AntipsychoticsFinal.pdf■ A Systematic Evidence Review of Non-pharmacological Interventions for Behavioral Symptoms of Dementia: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK54971/■ Initiative to Improve Behavioral Health and Reduce the Use of Antipsychotic Medications in Nursing Homes Residents (Handouts): http://surveyortraining.cms.hhs.gov/pubs/VideoInformation.aspx?cid=1098■ What You Should Know to Fight the Misuse of Psychoactive Drugs in California Nursing Homes: http://www.canhr.org/reports/2010/Toxic_Medicine.pdf■ Off-Label Use of Atypical Antipsychotics: An Update: http://www.effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/index.cfm/search-for-guides-reviews-and-reports/?pageaction=displayproduct&productid=786■ Guide to the Management of Psychotic Disorders and Neuropsychiatric Symptoms of Dementia in Older Adults: http://dementia.americangeriatrics.org/ASGGeriPsychConsult.pdf■ Implementation Guide: Reducing the Use of Daily Physical Restraints: www.nhqualitycampaign.org/files/impguides/3_PhysicalRestraints_TAW_Guide.pdf■ Talking Points: Appropriate Prescribing of Antipsychotics: www.amda.com/advocacy/AMDA_Antipsychotics_Tlkg_Pts.pdf Related News Emergency Preparedness The Complexities of Assisted Living Fire Evacuation Planning An assessment of the building design, staffing patterns, and fire protection features should be coupled with an ongoing risk assessment that considers the changing capabilities and needs of the residents. READ MORE Architecture Emergency Preparedness How Aging Infrastructure Threatens Senior Care Emergency Plans Local infrastructure risks may include aging water systems, deteriorating roads, crumbling bridges, and outdated drainage networks, which could undermine even the most carefully developed emergency plans. READ MORE Management Increasing Accessibility for Residents with Low Vision According to the Royal National Institute of Blind People, more than half of residents in assisted living or care homes are blind or have low vision. Long term care facilities cannot afford to treat vision loss as a marginal issue. READ MORE View All News Related Articles Caregiving Quality 11/30/2025 AHCA/NCAL Staff Visit Providers Across the Country In 2025, AHCA President and CEO Clif Porter challenged staff to visit member facilities to learn more and connect with staff and residents as a way to inspire and guide the association's work. READ MORE Management 11/30/2025 Building Trust in Long Term Care Creating a culture rooted in authenticity, empathy, and transparency strengthens long term care communities by improving staff cohesion, resident satisfaction, and organizational well-being. READ MORE Management Workforce 11/30/2025 Care Reaches New Heights with Specialized Training Specialized training is helping long term care organizations elevate care quality, strengthen staff confidence and retention, and improve resident outcomes. READ MORE