Older adults in the community are at high risk for medication errors. This may occur because older adults:
A) Are not competent to take their own medications and need supervision
B) Are often taking high-risk medications
C) Are not motivated to take medications correctly
D) Need community health nurses to sort and organize their medications

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Older adults are often taking multiple medications, including high-risk medications for chronic conditions. This can increase the risk of medication errors, such as drug interactions or adverse reactions. Therefore, healthcare providers need to closely monitor and manage medication regimens for older adults in the community.

Older Adults in the Community Are at High Risk for Medication