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Learning Objectives
Describe the major physiologic changes of aging.
List some of the most common and serious adverse drug effects seen in geriatric patients.
Identify common and potentially dangerous drug-drug interactions in older patients.
Describe the main strategies for avoiding or reducing the risk for drug-related problems in the elderly.
List the main medication categories to avoid in older adults.
Discuss how the information from this course can be utilized by nurses, mental health professionals, dentists, pharmacists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, dietitians, and other health professionals to improve patient care outcomes.