Practical problems of medication use in the elderly Malaysians and their beliefs and attitudes toward deprescribing of medications
Practical problems of medication use in the elderly Malaysians and their beliefs and attitudes toward deprescribing of medications

Marhanis Salihah Omar; Amiruliana Hendri Ariandi; Noorlaili Mohd Tohit

Volume 8, Issue 3 , July 2019, , Pages 105-111

Abstract
  This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of practical problems with medications use experienced by elderly patients and the management strategy employed to overcome the problems. ...  Read More
Pain monitoring and medication assessment in elderly nursing home residents with dementia
Pain monitoring and medication assessment in elderly nursing home residents with dementia

. Mette Marie Tang; . Morten Gill Wollsen; . Lise Aagaard

Volume 5, Issue 2 , April 2016, , Pages 126-131

Abstract
  Objective: To monitor pain intensity, pain symptoms, and medication use in elderly with dementia.Methods: Nursing home residents above 65 years of age, diagnosed with dementia, and ...  Read More
Polypharmacy in the elderly
Polypharmacy in the elderly

. Negar Golchin; . Scott H. Frank; . April Vince; . Lisa Isham; . Sharon B. Meropol

Volume 4, Issue 2 , April 2015, , Pages 85-88

Abstract
  Objective: The objective was to assess the frequency of polypharmacy and potential complications among local seniors.Methods: A cross-sectional convenience sample of 59 adults ...  Read More