At a glance
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Reducing Care-Resistant Behaviors During Oral Hygiene in Persons With Dementia
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Care-resistant mouth care (MOUTh) and Evidence-based mouth care for Care-resistant Behavior and Dementia. Completed, enrolled 100 participants across 4 sites.
Detailed Summary
The main purpose of this study is to test a method of providing mouth care to persons with dementia who live in nursing homes. The method of providing mouth care is designed to reduce fear in persons with dementia, so that these persons do not resist mouth care.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
The intervention combines best mouth care practices with a constellation of behavioral techniques that reduce threat perception and thereby prevent or de-escalate care-resistant behavior.
Mouth care tailored to the needs of older adults, including care of dentures.