NUR119 - Drugs & the Elderly: Medications Commonly Misused by the Elderly (1.0 HR)

Purpose: Nurses and other caregivers working with older adults will review and update their knowledge of medications commonly misused by the elderly and potential problems that can occur. Objectives: 1. List drugs that can cause problems in the elderly; 2. Discuss commonly prescribed drugs for the elderly; 3. Discuss patient teaching and the safe use of medication; 4. Review glossary terms related to medications commonly misused by the elderly.