Publications by authors named "Laura Jepson"

Article Synopsis
  • - Caregivers of individuals with dementia experience significantly worse sleep compared to the general population, as suggested by various studies that measured self-reported sleep quality and caregiver burden.
  • - A systematic scoping review examined literature on this issue, finding that out of 540 articles screened, 24 met the criteria for inclusion, with most studies indicating a positive correlation between caregiver burden and poorer self-reported sleep quality.
  • - Despite subjective reports indicating sleep issues, there is limited evidence connecting caregiver burden to objective sleep measures; healthcare providers should acknowledge the impact of caregiver burden on sleep and address it in care strategies.
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Evidence supports that older adults with cognitive impairment can reliably communicate their values and choices, even as cognition may decline. Shared decision-making, including the patient, family members, and healthcare providers, is critical to patient-centered care. The aim of this scoping review was to synthesize what is known about shared decision-making in persons living with dementia.

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