Potentially inappropriate prescriptions for older patients in long-term care

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Inappropriate medication use is a major healthcare issue for the elderly population. This study explored the prevalence of potentially inappropriate prescriptions (PIPs) in long-term care in metropolitan Quebec.</p> <p>Me...

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Main Authors: Laurin Danielle, Verreault René, Baillargeon Lucie, Moisan Jocelyne, Rancourt Carol, Grégoire Jean-Pierre
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2004-10-01
Series:BMC Geriatrics
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2318/4/9