Ethical Framework for Medication Discontinuation in Nursing Home Residents with Limited Life Expectancy

• Autores: Jennifer Tjia, Jane L. Givens
• Localización: Clinics in geriatric medicine, ISSN 0749-0690, Vol. 28, Nº. 2, 2012, págs. 255-272
• Idioma: inglés
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• Resumen

  • Because of the high prevalence of polypharmacy and adverse drug reactions in the nursing home, applying the concept of �less is more� is of great importance in reducing unnecessary or burdensome medications. This article reviews the ethical principles for medication discontinuation, discusses in a case-based format on how to apply an ethical framework to prescribing challenges, and offers practical considerations for medication discontinuation.