In this Tweetorial learn the causes, signs and symptoms, assessments tools, and treatments for the medication-induced movement disorder tardive dyskinesia.
Clinicians should screen regularly for signs and symptoms of tardive dyskinesia and educate patients and caregivers on what to look for and report, leading to earlier intervention and better quality of life.
In brief videos, Drs McEvoy and Nierenberg discuss symptoms of tardive dyskinesia (TD), how to observe patients (whether in person or via telemedicine), and how to educate patients and families about TD.
Can you recognize risk factors for tardive dyskinesia? Are you familiar with diagnostic criteria? Do you regularly assess patients for the condition? Are you knowledgeable about using new medications for TD? Experts share best practices for the assessment and treatment of TD.
Review highlights from two experts’ presentations on identifying and treating tardive dyskinesia. Quotes from actual patients illustrate the embarrassment that they feel and show why even mild movements should be treated if patients are distressed by them.
What should you rule out to diagnose tardive dyskinesia (TD)? How do treatment options differ? In this journal CME activity, Drs Citrome and Saklad team up to review the best clinical strategies.
How does tardive dyskinesia affect patients' work and relationships? Should TD be treated even if patients lack insight into its presence? Learn from this CME.
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