Medicines and Older People

Synopsis

Looks at the problems and special needs that occur when medicines are used by older people, who may react differently to certain medicines. Compliance is often a problem. When prescribing for the elderly, aids to thelp peatients administer their own medicines need to be involved. Carers of all kinds discuss the issues involved. Do’s and don’ts are summarised.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 16 min.

Availability

Sale; 1996 sale: £29.50 (+VAT +p&p)

Uses

Medical students. Healthcare teams.

Subjects

Medical sciences

Keywords

geriatric medicine; medicines; old people

Distributor

Name

Viewtech Educational Media

Notes

NB. Viewtech ceased trading in 2014 and the company’s products are no longer in distribution