Senior Living
eGuides
Navigating Safely Through Fall Risk Calculation
Older adults are more likely to experience falls, including falls that result in serious injury or even death. Learn how fall risk assessment tools can help you identify who’s at risk, take preventative measures, and positively impact resident health and quality of life.
Beyond the List: What You Need to Know about the Beers Criteria
The Beers Criteria for Potentially Inappropriate Medicine Use in Older Adults marks its 35th anniversary this year. In our new e-guide, learn more about the Beers list, including: its origins and creator, how it helps guide senior care pharmacists, its integration into EHRs and workflows, and why using it is critical to keeping your facility or community in compliance.
Drug Disposal: Safe, Compliant, and Environmentally Sound Destruction of Pharmaceutical Waste
In this eGuide, learn how to dispose of unused pharmaceuticals in a way that is both environmentally sound and compliant with applicable regulations.
E-Guide: The Importance of Medication Adherence in Senior Living
Complex medication regimens, cognitive impairment, financial constraints, and physical/mobility limitations can all contribute to medication non-adherence in older adults. And the consequences can be dire. Learn some of the common reasons for non-adherence and tips on how to prevent it.
E-Guide: Polypharmacy in Senior Living
Polypharmacy is common among seniors and can be dangerous. Learn its causes and signs, as well as how deprescribing can help enhance residents’ health and improve quality of life.
Drug Diversion A-to-Z
Temptation and opportunity make drug diversion a significant risk in long-term care. Learn more about commonly diverted drugs, how to recognize the signs that diversion might be occurring, and steps you can take to prevent it.
6 Keys to Keeping Residents Safe from ADEs
Adverse drug events (ADEs) can be severe or even life threatening. Learn how open communication, vigilance, and technology can help keep residents safe from unnecessary harm.