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What is a key strategy to facilitate coordination between physical therapy and drug treatment in older adults?
What is a key strategy to facilitate coordination between physical therapy and drug treatment in older adults?
- Conducting a comprehensive assessment of the older adult's medical history (correct)
- Focusing solely on physical therapy interventions
- Avoiding communication with healthcare team members
- Administering medications before physical therapy sessions
How can open communication channels benefit the coordination of care for older adults?
How can open communication channels benefit the coordination of care for older adults?
- Facilitating information sharing and decision-making (correct)
- Increasing medication errors
- Creating barriers to collaborative efforts
- Limiting access to important medical information
What is the purpose of conducting regular medication reviews in older adults receiving physical therapy?
What is the purpose of conducting regular medication reviews in older adults receiving physical therapy?
- Identifying potentially inappropriate medications and adverse effects (correct)
- Promoting polypharmacy
- Encouraging overprescribing of medications
- Avoiding any changes to the medication regimen
Why is it important to collaborate with pharmacists and physicians in optimizing drug therapy for older adults?
Why is it important to collaborate with pharmacists and physicians in optimizing drug therapy for older adults?
Which approach can help mitigate the impact of adverse effects on physical therapy outcomes in older adults?
Which approach can help mitigate the impact of adverse effects on physical therapy outcomes in older adults?
What should physical therapists consider when developing individualized treatment plans for older adults?
What should physical therapists consider when developing individualized treatment plans for older adults?
Why is it important to coordinate physical therapy sessions with medication administration schedules?
Why is it important to coordinate physical therapy sessions with medication administration schedules?
Which strategy should be implemented during physical therapy sessions for older adults at risk of falls due to medication-related factors?
Which strategy should be implemented during physical therapy sessions for older adults at risk of falls due to medication-related factors?
What should physical therapists provide comprehensive education to older adults and caregivers about?
What should physical therapists provide comprehensive education to older adults and caregivers about?
Why is it crucial to document all relevant information related to medication use and physical therapy interventions?
Why is it crucial to document all relevant information related to medication use and physical therapy interventions?
