Use of an Electronic Deprescribing Tool at the Long-Term Care Quarterly Medication Review

The burden of polypharmacy has become an increasing challenge in long-term care (LTC). Multiple medications prescribed may increase the risk of adverse drug events, such as falls and hospital transfers, especially for frail older adults with cognitive impairment. Deprescribing interventions, such as medication reviews, education for healthcare providers and patients, and electronic deprescribing tools can reduce polypharmacy by initiating dosage reduction and discontinuation of potentially inappropriate medications (PIM).