New program cuts risky prescriptions for older veterans in the ER
NCT ID NCT04004936
First seen Feb 28, 2026 · Last updated May 20, 2026 · Updated 12 times
Summary
This study tested two ways to help emergency room doctors prescribe safer medications for older adults (age 65+). The goal was to reduce the use of potentially inappropriate medications that can cause harm. Researchers compared giving doctors simple reports versus active feedback, and looked at what helps or hinders hospitals from adopting this safety program.
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Locations
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Atlanta VA Medical and Rehab Center, Decatur, GA
Decatur, Georgia, 30033-4004, United States
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Birmingham VA Medical Center, Birmingham, AL
Birmingham, Alabama, 35233-1927, United States
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Durham VA Medical Center, Durham, NC
Durham, North Carolina, 27705-3875, United States
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VA Salt Lake City Health Care System, Salt Lake City, UT
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84148-0001, United States
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