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.
Your loved one may need long-term residential care in a nursing home or short-term care in a skilled nursing facility following surgery, hospitalization, or an illness. There are two levels of nursing home care. In a skilled nursing facility (SNF), residents are under the 24-hour care of licensed or registered nursing staff, while in an intermediate care facility residents are cared for by certified nursing assistants.