Potential for the abuse of medication for the elderly in residential and nursing homes in the UK

Article Abstract:

A study was conducted to analyze circumstances leading to the possible abuse of elderly residents' medication and examine measures that may be taken to avoid or reduce the occurrence of such abuse. Concerns associated with general practitioners and practice staff's provision of primary medical care were discussed. Some of the measures that can be carried out to minimize medication abuse include the implementation of strict regulations about securing medication and the utilization of a drug chart to tally medication labels.

Prevention, Prescription drug plans, Medication abuse, Prescription drug abuse, Old age assistance

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Visibility blues: gender issues in elder abuse in institutional settings

Article Abstract:

A study was conducted to determine whether elder abuse in institutional remains invisible because institutions for elders are mainly all-female spaces supporting the convergence of ageism and sexism. Results indicated the need for studies concerning the different types of abuse committed by women in institutional settings. Findings also suggested the need to enable staff and clients to report abuse and measures for combatting such abuses.

Social aspects, Elderly, Institutional care, Long-term care facilities, Long term care facilities

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