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Ensuring that the person you care for is prescribed appropriate medications and takes them correctly is key to assuring an older adult’s safety and quality of life. It is important that you

and the person you care for communicate with the hospital staff about the medications that they have been taking and new medications they are being prescribed. This video shows the

importance of being aware of the medications that the person you care for is taking, especially high-risk medications, and includes: Communicating with the medical team about any negative

medication side effects that you notice in the older adult you care for; how to make sure the person’s medication list is accurate and updated, managing medications at home. More How-To

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