Med reductions boost quality of life: a facility challenges the common practice of prescribing multiple drugs for the elderly, resulting in more caregiver time with patients
Rossi-Stahl, D.; Ahmed, J.
Provider 38(5): 21-23; 25
2012
ISSN/ISBN: 0888-0352 PMID: 22662478 Document Number: 659318
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