Linda Sue Hammonds

Linda Sue Hammonds

United States

Publications
  • Research Article
    Implementing the Abnormal Involuntary Movement Scale AIMS As an Evidence Based Practice Screening Tool in Adult Patients Taking Antipsychotics to Detect and Treat Tardive Dyskinesia
    Author(s): Nkeiruka Madubueze, Linda Sue Hammonds and Erik LindforsNkeiruka Madubueze, Linda Sue Hammonds and Erik Lindfors

    Background: Tardive Dyskinesia (TD) is possibly a permanent involuntary movement condition that is caused by all antipsychotics including atypical antipsychotics and typical antipsychotics. TD is also a socially stigmatizing disorder. The most recommended management strategy for TD is prevention. Objective: The aim was to improve quality of care for patients with the implementation of the Abnormal Involuntary Movement Scale (AIMS) as a screening tool in adult patients aged 18 to 65 years old taking antipsychotic medications. Methods/Design: This was a quality improvement project. A total of 60 adult patients were recruited but only 40 participated in the quality improvement project. The Abnormal Involuntary Movement Scale as a screening tool was implemented in the outpatient private practice from September 15 throu.. View More»
    DOI: 10.35248/2378-5756.19.22.464

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