One example is the common allergy drug diphenhydramine (also known by the brand name Benadryl). Though it eases allergy symptoms, it also suppresses the activity of the body chemical acetylcholine, and that leads to drowsiness and a host of other side effects, including dry mouth.
Intermediate care provides basic medical care. Skilled care provides more intensive medical care. Individuals are attended by professional nurses operating under the direction of physicians. They may be freestanding or part of a senior community, and are licensed by state and local health agencies.
Skilled nursing facilities fit those with needs that require very close supervision by nurses and doctors. 1  Skilled nursing care facilities are for people without families living in close proximity. 2  The staff operates the nursing home poorly and residents receive appalling care. 3  Once in a nursing home you'll never leave. Sometimes this is the case for terminally ill residents. But many people land in a skilled nursing facility after hospitalization to recover from a fall or stroke. After rehabilitative care, a patient may return home or to an assisted living facility. When to Go to a Skilled Nursing Facility