A systematic review of opioid prevalence in Australian residential aged care facilities.

Laura A DowdLorenna ReynoldsAmanda J CrossFelicity VealMichelle SteeperZainab WanasNancy WuJ Simon Bell

Published in: Australasian journal on ageing (2022)

Up to half of the residents were dispensed opioids over 12 months. The prevalence of opioid prescribing, dispensing and administration was highly variable, suggesting the potential value of opioid quality indicators and analgesic stewardship interventions to ensure opioid appropriateness.

Keyphrases

pain management
chronic pain
risk factors
healthcare
primary care
physical activity
palliative care
air pollution
emergency department
risk assessment
human health
acute care