Safety Precautions in Older Patients: Medications, Driving Risks, and Home Environment

Safety Precautions in Older Patients: Medications, Driving Risks, and Home Environment is organized by UK HealthCare CECentral.

Release: Jul 21, 2017
Expires: Jul 24, 2023

Objectives:
Upon completion of this educational activity, you will be able to:
• Discuss the safety implications related to polypharmacy in older patients with dementia
• Explain appropriate strategies to reduce adverse drug reactions
• Assess the capacity of older patients to operate motor vehicles
• Identify the safety risks associated with impaired driving
• Identify at least three strategies to enhance the well-being of persons with dementia through environmental modifications in the home
• Recognize the importance of privacy and confidentiality in the disclosure of health information for the protection of patient safety.