All of these are problems with polypharmacy in late adulthood, EXCEPT which one?
A. older adults forgetting when they are supposed to take their medications
B. drug interactions causing confusion and memory loss
C. most people who participate in clinical trials having more than one disease
D. many older adults combining over-the-counter drugs and alcohol with their prescription medications
Answer (2)
The key problem of polypharmacy in older adults includes issues like medication management and drug interactions. However, participating in clinical trials with multiple diseases does not directly relate to polypharmacy issues. Thus, it is the exception when identifying problems associated with polypharmacy in late adulthood. ;
The correct answer is option C, as participating in clinical trials with multiple diseases is not a direct problem related to polypharmacy. The other options describe real issues that older adults face with managing multiple medications. Polypharmacy can lead to confusion, missed doses, and dangerous drug interactions, but clinical trial participation is a separate consideration.
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