Thanks for sharing your thoughts about the issues behind polypharmacy in elderly patients. Pharmacological interventions can both improve and jeopardize the quality and quantity of life (Touhy & Jett, 2012). Elderly patients are known to have many medications because of their co-morbid conditions. They are more prone to adverse effect because of aging and frailty. I agree, multiple medications can have interactions to other medications. It is important that their prescribers be more vigilant and cautious when prescribing new medications for possible adverse effects. Nurses can help older adults how to properly manage their medications and prevent polypharmacy. Great job on your
