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Topic 1: High-Risk Medications in Older Adults

Older adults are at increased risk for adverse drug events due to age-related changes in renal function, metabolism, and polypharmacy. The Beers Criteria, published by the American Geriatrics Society, outlines medications that may pose more risks than benefits in this population.

Choose one medication listed in the Beers Criteria that youve seen used in clinical practice.

1. Briefly explain why this drug is considered high-risk for older adults.
2. Describe one or two key nursing implications (e.g., monitoring needs, side effects to watch for, patient teaching).
3. If you feel this drug is still useful in some cases, explain why and include cautionary notes.

Be sure to cite at least one scholarly or regulatory source in APA format (e.g., AGS, FDA, peer-reviewed journal).

Topic 2: Pharmacology in the Era of Rapid Drug Development

In recent years, we have seen a rapid pace in drug developmentfrom emergency authorizations during pandemics to fast-tracked approvals of breakthrough therapies.

Select one recently approved drug (within the last 5 years) or one newly issued FDA/EMA/WHO drug safety warning. Briefly describe:

1. What the drug is used for or what the warning was about
2. How this reflects the evolving role of pharmacology in clinical practice
3. Explain how one implication for advanced nursing practice is affected (e.g., prescribing, teaching, monitoring)

Be sure to cite at least one current scholarly or regulatory source (e.g., FDA, WHO, peer-reviewed article) in APA format.

Make sure to hit all the below highlights (use rubric for further guidance):

• Clearly explain drug’s purpose or safety concern in an accurate and concise manner.
• Thoughtfully connect the topic to current trends in pharmacology or drug regulation.
• Provide one clear, relevant implication for the advanced practice nurse role (eg;, prescribing, education, monitoring).
• Use at least one scholarly or regulatory source cited and referenced correctly in APA format.
• Use clear, organized, professional tone.