OLDER ADULTS’ PERCEPTION TOWARD DEPRESCRIBING INAPPROPRIATE MEDICATIONS
2024
Older Adults' Views on Stopping Unnecessary Medications
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Author Information
Author(s): Rababa Mohammad, Ghazo Ali
Primary Institution: Jordan University Of Science And Technology
Hypothesis
Older adults have specific perceptions about deprescribing inappropriate medications.
Conclusion
Older adults are interested in stopping unnecessary medications, and their perceptions are influenced by various factors.
Supporting Evidence
- Older adults showed interest in stopping medications.
- Perceptions about medicine overuse and concerns about medications were significant.
- Sociodemographic and clinical factors influenced perceptions.
Takeaway
This study looked at how older people feel about stopping medications they don't need, and found that many want to stop taking them.
Methodology
Data were collected through in-person interviews using the Patient’s Perceptions of Deprescribing survey.
Participant Demographics
Older adults visiting outpatient clinics.
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