What Is an Important Contributing Factor to Polypharmacy in Older

question 8

Multiple Choice

What is an important contributing factor to polypharmacy in older adults?

• A) Inadequate communication among medical care providers
• B) Implementation of Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit
• C) Use of generic medications
• D) Increasing popularity of dietary and herbal supplements

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