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Initiation Setting and Persistence of Medications Affecting Cognition in Older Adults

Healthcare
United States
Commencé May 17, 2026

Older Medicare beneficiaries were disproportionately prescribed cognition-affecting medications from acute/postacute settings, and most continued taking them one year later

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The trend of long-term use of cognition-affecting medications in older adults raises ethical concerns about informed consent and patient well-being.

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The prescription of cognition-affecting medications to older adults is essential for managing acute health conditions, improving their quality of life.

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Older adults deserve autonomy in their treatment choices, and prescribing cognition-affecting medications can sometimes enhance their mental engagement.

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Continuing cognition-affecting medications for older adults often leads to negative side effects that outweigh potential benefits, necessitating better oversight.

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While cognition-affecting medications may be necessary, we must prioritize regular assessments to determine if they remain beneficial for older patients.

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