Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2543813 | Journal of the American Pharmacists Association | 2008 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Elderly assisted-living residents are at increased risk of adverse effects in disasters; however, this growing population lacks baseline preparedness items such as a simple emergency preparedness kit. Educational programs by pharmacists can increase levels of preparedness for and defuse concerns about disasters in this population. Pharmacists also can educate elderly patients about preparedness for potential disasters specific to their location.
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Authors
Brett PharmD, Jeffrey PharmD, BCPS,