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Psychotropic medicine management for people in care homes with dementia

This guidance aims to support the safe management of psychotropic medicines in Norfolk care homes particularly when given to residents to assist in managing their psychological agitation.

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  • Psychotropic medicine management for people in care homes with dementia
December 14, 2010

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