Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Norma Barbini"
- Norma Barbini's research focuses on the impacts of medications and caregiving on the health and functional decline of older adults, emphasizing the consequences of hyperpolypharmacy and inappropriate medication use in post-hospitalization settings.
- She has also explored the under-reported issue of elder abuse through the validation of screening tools specifically designed for family caregivers of Alzheimer's patients, highlighting the need for better detection methods in vulnerable populations.
- Additionally, Barbini's work includes analyzing the relationship between work conditions and the prevalence of arterial hypertension, as well as ergonomic studies examining musculoskeletal disorders in nursing, indicating a multidisciplinary approach to health concerns among aging and healthcare worker populations.
