After examining Adam, who is 79 years old, the nurse practitioner uses which of the following criteria to adjust Adam's medications? Select all that apply.

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The Medication Appropriateness Index and STOPP/START Criteria are both tools used to evaluate and adjust medications in older adults, taking into account the unique pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics in this population. The Beers Criteria, while relevant, was first published in 1991 and has been updated since; the specific year mentioned makes it a less accurate choice without acknowledging its updates. The HHS Guide to Geriatric Medications does not exist as a widely recognized tool for adjusting medications in the elderly. Hospital formulary is a list of medications available in a specific hospital and does not specifically guide medication adjustments in older adults.

After Examining Adam, Who Is 79 Years Old, the Nurse