Deceased
John Maxwell Loudon
Demographics
83y, male
Date of death
2017-04-25
Finding date
2020-05-28
Cause of death
aspiration pneumonia on a background of dysphagia and advanced Alzheimer's disease
AI-generated summary
John Maxwell Loudon, 83, died of aspiration pneumonia complicated by dysphagia and advanced Alzheimer's disease. He was admitted to aged care in January 2017 with progressive dementia and behavioural disturbances. After escalating aggression, he was transferred to hospital in April 2017 and placed on an Inpatient Treatment Order. The coroner found his treatment and care appropriate at both facilities. The case highlights the clinical challenges of managing dementia with behavioural and psychological symptoms in aged care settings, and the importance of early liaison with mental health services when behavioural escalation occurs. The coroner made no adverse findings or recommendations regarding preventability.
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