Introduction:
As aging becomes synonymous with an increased risk of multi-morbidity and the
subsequent prescription of multiple medications, the significance of optimizing
medication regimens in geriatix care cannot be overstated.
**please write at least 350 words**
Instructions:
1. Read the article “Polypharmacy – Stat Pearls”.
Polypharmacy – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf (nih.gov)
2. Answer the following questions in the text box:
A. Aging often necessitates multiple medications for complex medical problems
in older adults. How can healthcare professionals strike a balance between
over-prescribing and under-prescribing, considering life expectancy and care goals?
B. The article briefly mentions a study on using artificial intelligence (AI) to reduce
polypharmacy. Explore the potential benefits and challenges of incorporating AI
into healthcare for polypharmacy management. How can AI contribute to a more
comprehensive understanding of the clinical, social, and ethical aspects of
polypharmacy, and what considerations need to be addressed, such as privacy
compliance (HIPPA) and data privacy?
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