Safe medication use in nursing home residents
This trial looks at ways to make sure medicines are used safely and appropriately for people living in nursing homes. It may help improve care and reduce risks.
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Who can take part
- You must be living in a nursing home for the whole study.
- You need to be able to agree to join the study, or have a family member or legal representative who can decide for you.
- You should not be in the final days or hours of life.
- You should not have moderate to severe memory or thinking problems (like advanced dementia).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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