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Polypharmacy Flashcards

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What side effects are important to think about in the elderly?

A

Cognition and consciousness; risk of delirium
Bowel function; constipation
Dizziness and balance i.e. postural hypotension and parkinsonism

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Describe anticholinergic side effects

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Confusion 
Hallucinations 
Tachycardia
Blurred vision 
Urinary retention 
Constipation 
Dizziness
Falls 
Long term; dementia
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What drugs can commonly cause anticholinergic side effects?

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Parkinson's drugs
Antidepressants
Anti-emetics
Opiates
Antipsychotics
Antihistamines
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What prescriptions should be time limited?

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Painkillers
Laxatives
Antidepressants
Benzodiazepines
Antipsychotics
Antihistamines
Antiemetics
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How is risk-benefit balance determined?

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Number needed to treat

Number needed to harm

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Why should you stops anti-hypertensives in someone who is falling and frail?

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AKI
Dehydration
Postural hypotension

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