Living with Frailty:  A time to “debate” the benefits vs. the risks of prescribing

Presented by Dr. Elizabeth Rhynold & Erin Yakiwchuk
Objective #1

Discuss the benefits of preventative medications in older adults with a history of cardiovascular disease, heart failure with reduced ejection fraction, and osteoporosis. 

Objective #2

Illustrate the risks associated with medications used for the prevention of cardiovascular events in older adults, with a specific focus on fall risk.

Objective #3

Identify patients living with frailty.  

Objective #4

Define goals of care for older adults living with frailty.

Objective #5

Evaluate the impact of frailty on appropriate medication use in older adults.