Priority 21 from the Multiple Conditions in Later Life PSP
| UNCERTAINTY: What are the most effective and acceptable methods to support medication adherence in older people with multiple conditions? (JLA PSP Priority 21) | |
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| Overall ranking | 21 |
| JLA question ID | 0064/21 |
| Explanatory note | This came from health and social care professionals who were aware of the need to support older people in adhering to often complex medication regimes. |
| Evidence |
None identified that applied directly to all conditions in the over 85s |
| Health Research Classification System category | Generic Health Relevance |
| Extra information provided by this PSP | |
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| Original uncertainty examples | 'Attitudes of older adults toward medication, care and treatment - I hear a lot about how people don't want to feel dependent on or ruled by pills and I think understanding the psychology behind this will be pivotal for future work in understanding the targeted interventions a Pharmacist could make to empower many people to have a lead role in their care and treatment.' Health professional |
| Submitted by | Health and social care professionals |
| PSP information | |
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| PSP unique ID | 0064 |
| PSP name | Multiple Conditions in Later Life |
| Total number of uncertainties identified by this PSP. | 97 (To see a full list of all uncertainties identified, please see the detailed spreadsheet held on the JLA website) |
| Date of priority setting workshop | 24 April 2018 |