Bergman-Evans B
Evidence-based guideline. Improving medication management for older adult clients. [Journal Article, Review]
J Gerontol Nurs 2006 Jul; 32(7):6-14.
All providers and professionals who care for older adults have an important role to play in the process of managing medications. The evidence-based guideline "Improving Medication Management for Older Adult Clients" (Bergman-Evans, 2004) provides assessments and interventions that are useful across settings. By focusing on reducing inappropriate prescribing, decreasing polypharmacy, avoiding adverse events, and maintaining function, professionals and providers have the opportunity to improve outcomes for this important population.
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