RedUSe is a new program aimed at reducing use of sedatives in aged care. It is led by Dr Juanita Westbury from the University of Tasmania (UTAS) and is based on extensive research she conducted with colleagues at the UTAS School of Pharmacy on the impact psychotropic medicines have on aged care residents.
The major aim of the program is to educate aged care professionals and promote awareness of drug mismanagement and chemical restraint of the elderly.
With nearly 60% of aged care residents prescribed psychotropic drugs and the percentage increasing, it has become a priority to address the over use of sedatives in our ever increasing number of dementia sufferers.
For more information or to register your interest in the RedUSe program contact Dr Juanita Westbury, RedUSe Program Lead at Juanita.Westbury@utas.edu.au
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