Weighted Blankets for Dementia Care in Long-Term Care: Clinical Effectiveness, Cost-Effectiveness, and Guidelines

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RB1301-000

Question

  1. What is the clinical effectiveness of using weighted blankets for patients with dementia in long-term care?
  2. What is the cost-effectiveness of using weighted blankets for patients with dementia in long-term care?
  3. What are the evidence-based guidelines associated with the use of weighted blankets for patients with dementia in long-term care?

Key Message

No relevant literature was identified regarding the use of weighted blankets for dementia patients in long-term care.