As our parents age, for a number of reasons, they may mismanage their medications as evidenced by missed medications, medication errors, exacerbation or decline in medical conditions, and more. As a result, high rates of hospitalization and re-hospitalization are prevalent. This program will help adult-children understand that hospitalizations/re-hospitalizations, exacerbation of medical conditions, or declining medical conditions could be related to missed medications, medicine errors, and medication non-compliance, most of which can be prevented.
This program will assist participants to demonstrate knowledge about:
1) The relationship between aging, missed medications, medication errors, and non-compliance.
2) Strategies for assessing a parents physical, mental and environmental risk factors for missed medications, medication errors and non-compliance.
3) Specific and practical tips for preventing missed medications, medication errors, and non- compliance in the home and in the community.
Program Presenters: Matthew Fenton and Amanda Woodle Stewart
Matt received a BS from Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science. He retired from CVS after 25 years of service. Amanda is currently the Director of Pharmacy Services at Weis Markets.
