Reducing Falls in the Home: Medication Interventions and the Role of the Aging Network- Describe medication-related problems (MRPs) and explain why older adults are at high risk. Identify medication classes and specific medications that increase the risk of falls among older adults. List common side effects and adverse effects of medications that increase the risk of falls among older adults and monitor for these side effects/adverse effects in an effort to reduce falls risk. Describe why proper adherence to certain medications can decrease falls risk. Apply medication-related strategies from evidence-based fall prevention guidelines into practice. Review specific interventions related to medication use that can decrease falls risk for older adults living at home.
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