Polypharmacy in Older Adults: A Case Study

Affiliations.

  • 1 Robert J. Dole VA, Wichita, Kansas.
  • 2 Avera Behavioral Health Hospital, Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
  • 3 Department of Psychiatry, University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine, Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
  • 4 Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship Program, Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine, Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
  • PMID: 36898199

Polypharmacy is defined as concurrent use of multiple drugs for one or more conditions. The occurrence of polypharmacy in vulnerable populations, particularly the elderly, is frequent. Increased incidents of adverse drug reactions and drug-drug interactions plus high costs are not offset by a noticeable improvement in outcome. The practice of polypharmacy persists despite frequent adverse outcomes and reduced effectiveness. We present a case in which an elderly woman presented with falls and delirium. She was taking multiple medications for anxiety and depression in addition to several psychoactive medications for pain, restless leg syndrome, muscle spasms, blood pressure and many nonpsychoactive medications for other conditions. In total, she was taking 24 medications, many of which were likely contributing to her presenting problems.

Copyright© South Dakota State Medical Association.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Drug Interactions
  • Drug-Related Side Effects and Adverse Reactions*
  • Polypharmacy*

Why choose us

Types of paper writing services.

Finished Papers

Customer Reviews

IMAGES

  1. Polypharmacy, A Case Study

    ati video case study safety polypharmacy

  2. ATI Polypharmacy.pdf

    ati video case study safety polypharmacy

  3. Struggles in Managing Iatrogenic Polypharmacy: Case Study

    ati video case study safety polypharmacy

  4. Polypharmacy-- written response.docx

    ati video case study safety polypharmacy

  5. Ati Video Case Study Polypharmacolgy Post Test.pdf

    ati video case study safety polypharmacy

  6. Ativcsstudentunit 1

    ati video case study safety polypharmacy

VIDEO

  1. Clare Custom Made Electrical Test Systems

COMMENTS

  1. ATI video case study Polypharmacy Flashcards

    ATI video case study Polypharmacy. A nurse is providing discharge teaching to an older adult client who is taking multiple medications. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching? Click the card to flip 👆. "You should consult your provider before taking an herbal supplement."

  2. ATI Polypharmacy

    ATI video case study for Polypharmacy. Course. Pharmacology I (0302 388) 33 Documents. Students shared 33 documents in this course. University Adelphi University. Academic year: 2022/2023. Uploaded by: Anonymous Student. This document has been uploaded by a student, just like you, who decided to remain anonymous.

  3. ATI RN Safety: Adverse Reactions to Medications 3.0 Case Study Test

    Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A nurse is reviewing the medical history of a client who is to start a new prescription for cefaclor. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse the need for further assessment: a. The client has a BUN of 15 mg/dL. b. The client has a history of asthma. c. The client is allergic to amoxicillin. d. The client has ...

  4. RN Safety Polypharmacy 3.0 Case Study Test

    RN Safety Polypharmacy 3.0 Case Study Test individual performance profile rn safety: polypharmacy case study test individual name: joann chiu individual score: ... COPD 2 - ATI COPD System Disorder. Medical Surgical Nursing. Coursework. 100% (1) 29. ... Video Case Studies Urosepsis; Video Case Studies Schizophrenia Part 2;

  5. Polypharmacy, A Case Study

    As we increase in age, often the number of medications we take on a daily basis also increases. How do we know when we are taking too much? This webcast will...

  6. Video Case Studies

    Video Case Studies offer an easier way for students to grasp difficult concepts. Live-actor video scenarios help students visualize what to expect in clinicals, ending with a question. Students exercise clinical judgment skills to form and articulate their own plan of care, then hear an expert response, which they consider as they complete a ...

  7. PDF VIDEO CASE STUDIES 2.0 STUDENT QUICK GUIDE

    RETAKE CASE is an option only if the instructor has enabled it for the module. BEGIN CASE . CONTINUE CASE . You must perform the following steps to complete the Video Case assignment: Step 1: Watch the Video Scenario . Step 2: Submit a Response. Select a module and click : BEGIN CASE. Step 1: Watch the Video Scenario and read the challenge ...

  8. PDF Video Case Studies RN Cases & Concepts

    Video Case Studies RN Cases & Concepts Adult Medical-Surgical Heart Failure Perfusion Informatics & Nursing Informatics Acid-Base Acid-Base Imbalances Oxygenation ... Medication Interactions Polypharmacy Safety Mixing Insulins Safety Safe Dosage Safety Pharmacology 5 Perfusion Apgar Scoring Breastfeeding Health Promotion Complications of Pregnacy

  9. ATI

    A) garlic. B) St. John's wort. C) ginkgo biloba. D) glucosamine. St. john's wort. - Polypharmacy occurs when a client is taking multiple medications, including herbal supplements and over-the-counter medications. The nurse should be aware of the interactions between medications and herbal supplements. St.

  10. Video Case Studies: Polypharmacy Safety, Palliative Care,

    View full document. ATI Video Case Studies RN & Skills Modules 3.0 Week 1 Video Case Study: Polypharmacy Safety (Under VCS Pharmacology) (5 pts) Due 01/27/2024 by 2359 completed Week 2 Video Case Study: Palliative and Hospice Care (5pts) Due 02/03/2024 by 2359completed Week 3 Skills Modules: Mobility/Ambulation (5pts) Due 02/10/2024 by 2359 ...

  11. ATI Polypharmacy

    Case 1/26/2023 9:52:36 PM 6 min 18 sec Case - History: Module Report Tutorial: Video Case Studies RN 3. Module: Safety: Polypharmacy Individual Name: Kameron Banks Institution: West Coast U LA BSN Program Type: BSN Overview Of Most Recent Use Date Time Use Score Case 1/26/2023 6 min 18 sec N/A Case Information: Video Case Study

  12. Video Case Study Polypharmacy.docx

    View Video Case Study_ Polypharmacy.docx from BIO 1211 at Sinclair Community College. Video Case Study: Polypharmacy Research polypharmacy using evidence-based websites. ... After reviewing the electronic medical record, what potential safety concerns should the nurse. Q&A. View the leader case 3 ATI and answer the following: Stage 1 Video What ...

  13. Introducing ATI's Video Case Studies

    Video Case Studies is a new tool from ATI Nursing Education designed to help educators improve classroom efficiency by allowing students to work through conc...

  14. ATI Skills and Video case studies Calendar.docx

    ATI Video Case Studies RN & Skills Modules 3.0 Week 1 Video Case Study: Polypharmacy Safety (Under VCS Pharmacology) (5 pts) Due 01/27/2024 by 2359 completed Week 2 Video Case Study: Palliative and Hospice Care (5pts) Due 02/03/2024 by 2359completed Week 3 Skills Modules: Mobility/Ambulation (5pts) Due 02/10/2024 by 2359 completed Week 4 Video Case Study: Neurocognitive Dementia and Delirium ...

  15. Safety: Blood Administration- ATI Video Case Study 3.0

    A. Prime the Y-line tubing with dextrose 5% in water. B. Obtain the client's vital signs 30 minutes prior to blood administration. C. Have a second nurse assist with comparing the client's identification information. D. Ask the client to empty their bladder prior to the transfusion. Correct answer: C. Have a second nurse assist with comparing ...

  16. ATI: Polypharmacy Case Study Video and Case Study Video

    ATI: Polypharmacy Case Study Video and Case Study. Video: Polypharmacy is a simultaneous use of multiple medications, including medications providers prescribe over the counter medications and herbal and dietary supplements. It's more common in the older adult population due to the prevalence of multiple chronic disorders and thus the need for ...

  17. Ativcsstudentunit 1

    Assignment ati video case studies medication administration: safety what nursing actions should the nurse take to administer medications safely, whether ... Studuco SP 24 1 - This was a case study to better prepare you for the exam. Cell adaptation student 22; 339 Exam 1 blueprint; CTE 6 - CTE; Related Studylists ATI Term 2 MS 2. Preview text ...

  18. Polypharmacy in Older Adults: A Case Study

    Abstract. Polypharmacy is defined as concurrent use of multiple drugs for one or more conditions. The occurrence of polypharmacy in vulnerable populations, particularly the elderly, is frequent. Increased incidents of adverse drug reactions and drug-drug interactions plus high costs are not offset by a noticeable improvement in outcome.

  19. case study quiz: the elderly and polypharmacy Flashcards

    Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like An older adult patient will often experience a reduction in the stomach's ability to produce gastric acid. The nurse knows that this change, While assessing the medications taken by an elderly woman, you determine that she is experiencing polypharmacy. This indicates that she:, When considering the effect of renal function on ...

  20. Polypharmacy case study

    Ati assignment case study desiree inclan geriatrics case study polypharmacy all drugs, including generic and brand names, doses, dosing frequency, and the. Skip to document. ... Case study 2 Polypharmacy. All drugs, including generic and brand names, doses, dosing frequency, and the rationale for taking the drug must be documented by the nurse ...

  21. polypharmacy Flashcards

    Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like a nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of an older adult client who is taking multiple medications. Which of the following findings could impact the client's ability to distribute medication throughout his system? A) potassium 3.7 B) Total cholesterol 188 C) Hgb 15 D) albumin 3.0, a nurse is reviewing the medication list of ...

  22. Polypharmacy-- written response.docx

    Polypharmacy is almost unavoidable as patients may experience many different diagnoses that required different types of medications. However, patient and providers can be aware of the different types of medications that they are taking and try to consolidate medications; find multipurpose medications. Patients should always inform their providers about any new medication.

  23. Ati Video Case Study Polypharmacy

    Ati Video Case Study Polypharmacy - 17 Customer reviews. Writing experience: 3 years. Degree: Bachelor's. Perfect Essay #5 in Global Rating Jan 19, 2021. 1(888)499-5521. 1(888)814-4206. Anne. 11 Customer reviews. Ati Video Case Study Polypharmacy: 4950 ...