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Medications for Older People

Newby, David
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Edition: 1st
Publisher: Springer Nature
ISBN: 981-1973-53-9 (9811973539)
ISBN-13: 978-981-1973-53-6 (9789811973536)
Binding: Hardcover
Copyright: 2023
Weight: 0.00 Lbs.
Subject Class: GER (Geriatrics and Gerontology)
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This Title is Not Yet Published, Scheduled to Release 04/12/24
Return Policy: Returns accepted up to 12 months provided no other recalls or return restrictions apply.
 
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Abstract: This book explains pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic changes that occur with aging. It describes methods to optimize medication use for older people, including pharmacists role in medication management review and monitoring, the use of dose administration aids, and deprescribing. It deals with medication use among older people, including prescription, over-the-counter, complementary, and illicit drug use. It has a chapter on medications used in terminal care involving the management of common symptoms and pain management. The book also discusses polypharmacy, high-risk medicines, drug interactions, and transitions of care. It has sections on the quality of medications strategies such as prescribing audits and education/training activities. The book has chapters on neuropsychiatric, genitourinary, musculoskeletal, and cardiovascular drugs.

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