Adverse Drug Events
What are the 4 medications most involved in adverse drug events?
These medications include antidiabetic agents (e.g., insulin), oral anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin), antiplatelet agents (such as aspirin and clopidogrel), and opioid pain medications. Together, these four medications account for more than 50% of emergency department visits for ADEs in Medicare patients.
These drugs are very common in LTC and the CMA needs to be keenly aware to observe any change in the resident's V/S, behaviors, and complains. Reporting changes early is critical for the safety of the resident.
