Judging from epidemiological data, treatment revisions were almost certainly insufficient to address residents' mental health needs. We discuss ways of harnessing existing nursing and pharmacy resources to ensure better care for aged residents.
The results of this study suggest that the psychosocial and medical management of depressed aged care residents can be improved by increasing access to specialist mental health consultation.
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