Safety Medication Management Tips for the Elderly

Medication management can be complex, especially for seniors taking more than one medication, vitamin, or supplement. A mix-up can be easy for seniors taking multiple medications throughout the day. Check out these safety tips to keep them free from medication errors all the time.

• Take medication as prescribed
  For seniors prone to complications and potential side effects, help them avoid taking medications without prescriptions. It can be dangerous to their health, and self-medicating is not advisable. Consider seeking a professional’s help or assistance with nursing services.
• Store medications in one place
  Put them in one place to avoid losing track of the prescribed medication, vitamins, over-the-counter medication, or supplements. Store them in the medicine cabinet, kitchen, bedside table, and other communal areas where they can easily access them. Proper medication storage is the key to safe medication management, whether at home or in nursing facilities in California.
• Check potential medication interactions and side effects
  Stay organized and double-check for potential drug interactions! Ensure none of the medications will cause side effects and endanger your loved one’s health. Certified nursing assistants in California can assist with safe medication management to prevent any medication-related accidents.

Relief Nursing Services, Inc. is a nurse staffing agency in Daly City, California. We can assist with remembering all the medications, including the frequency or time of intake. We understand it can be challenging, especially for aging adults to remember medications. We are here for you! Call us today for more information about our services.