Medication Management for Older Adults
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What is an important role of nurses in medication management for older adults?

  • Conducting medication reviews
  • Prescribing medications
  • Helping with self-managing medications and treatments (correct)
  • Administering medications

    • Why is health teaching essential for older adults with multiple medications?

  • To prevent medication side effects (correct)
  • To reduce polypharmacy risks
  • To ensure proper dosing
  • To promote medication adherence

    • What is the primary goal of health teaching for older adults with multiple medications?

  • Increasing medication knowledge
  • Enhancing self-management skills (correct)
  • Reducing medication side effects
  • Improving medication adherence

    • Which of the following is a benefit of nurses helping older adults self-manage their medications?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the desired outcome of health teaching for older adults with multiple medications?

    <p>Improved health outcomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do polypharmacy places adults at risk for side effects and drug interactions?

    <p>Because of the variety of medications taken and age-related changes in metabolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major concern with polypharmacy in adults?

    <p>Drug interactions and side effects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can contribute to increased risk of side effects in adults taking multiple medications?

    <p>Age-related changes in metabolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of polypharmacy in adults?

    <p>Increased risk of side effects and drug interactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it essential for adults taking multiple medications to be aware of potential side effects and drug interactions?

    <p>To minimize the risk of side effects and drug interactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common challenge patients face when taking multiple medications?

    <p>Difficulty removing safety tops</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential reason for poor self-management of medications in older adults?

    <p>Poor eyesight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a crucial aspect of medication support for older adults?

    <p>Advocating for the patient's rights and needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it essential to use open-ended questions in assessment interviews with older adults?

    <p>To gather more information about the patient's medication regimen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a nurse's role in supporting older adults with medication management?

    <p>Acting as a liaison between the patient and other healthcare professionals</p> Signup and view all the answers

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