Unintentional Medication Discrepancies at Admission Among Elderly Inpatients with Chronic Medical Conditions in Vietnam: A Single-Centre Observational Study.

Phuong Thi Xuan DongVan Thi Thuy PhamThao Thi NguyenHuong Thi Lien NguyenSusan HuaShu Chuen Li

Published in: Drugs - real world outcomes (2021)

Medication discrepancies are common at admission among Vietnamese elderly inpatients. This study highlights the importance of obtaining a comprehensive medication history at hospital admission and supports implementing a medication reconciliation program to reduce the negative impact of medication discrepancy, especially for the elderly population.

Keyphrases

healthcare
adverse drug
emergency department
middle aged
community dwelling