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Agitation (October/November/December) | 2021

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CME Post-Test - Agitation, CHPR, October-November-December 2021

September 13, 2021

The post-test for this issue is available for one year after the publication date to subscribers. By successfully completing the test you will be awarded a certificate for 2 CME credits. Read More

Note From the Editor-in-Chief

September 13, 2021

Sometimes we have little choice but to administer sedating medications to a combative patient who is putting others at risk of injury. Which medications work most quickly, safely, and effectively? Read More

IM Olanzapine Plus Benzodiazepines: Safe or Unsafe?

September 13, 2021

Daniel Carlat, MD

If you have ever tried to electronically prescribe IM olanzapine with an IM/IV/subcutaneous benzodiazepine, you have probably received an interaction alert warning about the potential for excessive sedation and cardiorespiratory depression. Is this warning justified? Let’s look at the data. Read More

Can We Treat Depression by Targeting Inflammation?

September 13, 2021

Christina Guest, MD.

If inflammation plays a role in mood, it makes sense to explore the effects of antibiotics on depression. This study does just that. Read More

Faster Refeeding of Patients With Anorexia Nervosa Appears Safe

September 13, 2021

Susie Morris, MD.

Higher calorie refeeding of patients with anorexia nervosa appears no less safe than low calorie refeeding and leads to quicker stabilization. Read More

Melatonin vs Memantine for ECT-Related Cognitive Impairment

September 13, 2021

Anne Li, MD.

Memantine appears more effective than melatonin in reducing post-ECT cognitive impairment. Read More

Rapid-Onset Treatment for Pedophilic Disorder

September 13, 2021

Anne Li, MD.

Degarelix works quickly to reduce symptoms of pedophilic disorder, like sexual preoccupation. Read More

Medications to Rapidly Treat Psychotic Agitation

September 13, 2021

Daniel Carlat, MD

How do you choose medications to calm an acutely psychotic and agitated patient? We'll tell you which ones are the safest and most effective. Read More

Anticholinergic Drugs and Risk of Cognitive Impairment and Dementia

September 13, 2021

Shelly L. Gray, PharmD

Might anticholinergic medications increase the risk of long-term cognitive impairment? Dr. Gray reviews the data. Read More

Treating Agitation in Patients with Dementia

September 13, 2021

Eran Metzger, MD

The behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia can be challenging to manage. Dr. Metzger discusses his approach in the diagnosis and treatment of agitated patients with dementia. Read More