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MedsCheck

MedsCheck for Long-Term Care Home residents

The MedsCheck for Long-Term Care consists of quarterly medication reviews and an annual in-depth medication analysis. The reviews are conducted by the pharmacist in the Long-Term Care home with objectives that include:

• Promoting healthier patient outcomes and better resident-focused care
• Improving and optimizing drug therapy for residents of LTC Homes
• Promoting interdisciplinary collaboration in patient care.

The quarterly reviews should include medication selection, dosage, hours and route of administration, duration of therapy, treatments, allergies and drug interactions. They will identify any possible drug related problems that may require a more in-depth therapy analysis (annual review) and follow-up in collaboration with the patient, caregiver and health care team.