An Act relative to the administration of anti-psychotic or other psychotropic substances to nursing home residents
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill addresses the administration of anti-psychotic and other psychotropic medications to residents of nursing homes in Massachusetts. It requires a review of current practices and aims to reduce the unnecessary use of these medications, focusing on improving resident care and quality of life. The bill seeks to ensure that medication decisions are made with a thorough understanding of the resident’s needs and potential alternatives.
Key provisions
- Requires a review of current practices regarding the prescription and administration of psychotropic medications in nursing homes.
- Promotes the use of alternative approaches to address behavioral issues in nursing home residents.
- Encourages a focus on comprehensive assessments to determine the underlying causes of behavioral symptoms.
- Supports the development of strategies to improve resident well-being and reduce reliance on medication.
- Mandates the reporting of data related to psychotropic medication use in nursing homes.
Who is affected
- Nursing home residents
- Nursing home staff
- Nursing home administrators
- Healthcare providers
- Families of nursing home residents
Notable changes
- The bill intends to reduce the use of psychotropic medications in nursing homes.
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Sponsors
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6 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
James B. Eldridge
John Francis Moran
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