What does this research mean for the field?

CNS medication use is prevalent among older adults in Korean long-term care facilities, especially in those with dementia and higher functional independence, indicating potential issues with medication appropriateness. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.SYNTHESIS. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

What question did this study set out to answer?

To investigate the prevalence and appropriateness of CNS medication use among older adults in Korean long-term care facilities.

February 19, 2026

Central Nervous System Medication Use Among Older Adults in Korean Long-Term Care Facilities: A Multilevel Analysis.

Key Points

To investigate the prevalence and appropriateness of CNS medication use among older adults in Korean long-term care facilities.
Analyzed prescription data from residents in long-term care facilities
Examined the relationship between CNS medication use and residents' dementia status and functional independence
Conducted a multilevel analysis to identify variations in prescribing patterns across facilities
High prevalence of CNS medication use among older adults receiving prescriptions
Greater medication use observed in residents with dementia
Significant variations in prescribing patterns were identified between different facilities

Abstract

The high prevalence of CNS medication use among prescription-receiving residents, particularly those with dementia and greater functional independence, raises concerns about medication appropriateness. Significant facility-level variations in prescribing patterns highlight the need for systematic medication monitoring and review in Korean LTC facilities.

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