Module 7 Flashcards
1
Q
influence of medication on health of older adults
A
good influence
* increase lifespan
* reduction in early deaths
* improvement in quality of life
* increased longevity
not so good
* polypharmacy
* overdosing
* side effects
* oversue
* inappropriate use
2
Q
what are the goals for healthy ageing
A
- respect the older person
- engage - in shared decision making in care planning
- support the quality of life desired by the person
- maintain the older persons dignity
3
Q
what are the indications for australian hospitials
A
- antithrombotic therapy
- antibiotic therapy
- medication therapy
- pain management
- continuity of care
- hopsital wide policies
- acute mental health care
4
Q
what are the 5 moments for medication safety
A
- starting
- taking
- adding
- reviewing
- stopping
