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Effect of Information Intervention on Prescribing Practice for Neuropathic Pain in Older Patients: A Nationwide Register-Based Study.

Author: AhomäkiIiro, BöckermanPetri, PehkonenJaakko, SaastamoinenLeena

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Overview

The study addresses the challenge of managing prescription medicines in older patients with multiple chronic conditions. The paper proposes a policy intervention to mitigate the harms caused by Potentially Inappropriate Medications by providing physicians with accurate and up-to-date information about national clinical guidelines.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Management of prescription medicines is challenging for older patients due to frail health and the prevalence of multiple chronic conditions. A salient policy challenge of prescribing practices is that all physicians are not well informed about the national clinical guidelines. A feasible policy int...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9883359/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Information is Power: Improving Prescribing Practices for Older Patients

[Geriatrics] is a field where knowledge is paramount. Older patients often face unique challenges with medication management, making accurate and timely information crucial for their well-being. This research explores the potential of information intervention as a way to improve prescribing practices for neuropathic pain in older patients, with the goal of ensuring that all physicians are well-informed about national clinical guidelines.

Bridging the Gap: Improving Information Accessibility

The study highlights the importance of providing healthcare professionals with the most up-to-date information on national clinical guidelines. By equipping physicians with the knowledge they need, we can strive to reduce the risk of potentially inappropriate medications being prescribed to older patients. This research underscores the role of education and information dissemination in promoting safe and effective medication management for this vulnerable population.

Staying Informed: Navigating the Sands of Medical Knowledge

Think of medical knowledge as a vast desert, filled with oases of information. For healthcare professionals, staying informed is like finding their way to these oases, ensuring they have the latest and most accurate information to guide their practice. This research emphasizes the importance of building bridges across this desert, connecting physicians to the knowledge they need to provide optimal care for older patients.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

Providing physicians with accurate and up-to-date information on national clinical guidelines is crucial for improving prescribing practices for older patients. By empowering physicians with the knowledge they need, we can work towards ensuring that older patients receive safe and effective care for neuropathic pain. This research highlights the importance of knowledge dissemination in promoting better health outcomes for this vulnerable population.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2023-01-31
  2. Date Revised 2023-04-12
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

36633822

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC9883359

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