Seniors and medication mistakes

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Seniors and Medication Mistakes

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Facts about seniors and prescription medications

The elderly account for 12.7% of the U.S. population, but consume approximately 34% of total prescriptions.

Adverse drug reactions are among the top five greatest threats to the health of seniors.

28% of hospitalizations among seniors are due to adverse drug reactions.Source: American Society of Consultant Pharmacists


32,000 seniors suffer hip fractures each year due to falls caused by medication-related problems.

On average, individuals 65 - 69 years old take nearly 14 prescriptions per year and individuals aged 80 – 84 take an average of 18 prescriptions per year.

Facts about seniors and prescription medications

Source: American Society of Consultant Pharmacists


Medication mistakes can have serious health consequences

Medication mistakes can cause or aggravate conditions in seniors such as:

• Confusion or dizziness

• Loss of coordination or balance

• Malnutrition and/or dehydration

These conditions can lead to serious or fatal illness or injuries, loss of independence or hospitalization.


Medication errors can be prevented

ComForcare can help!


ComForcare begins care with a nurse assessment of the client’s needs, including a medication profile, and develops a personal care plan based on those needs.

ComForcare can help prevent medication mistakes


Personal care plans include medication adherence

ComForcare caregivers follow the care plan at each visit and can help clients avoid medication mistakes by:

• Providing medication reminders

• Ensuring compliance with medication directions

• Checking expiration dates

• Phoning in/picking up refills

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Seniors and medication mistakes