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Date
2024
Abstract
This project involves an educational handout designed to inform patients 65+ about the normal changes in sleep associated with aging, while also highlighting the potential risks linked to long-term use of Ambien (zolpidem). A dot phrase was created in Epic for providers to attach the infographic to end of visit summaries. This initiative aims to empower older adults with knowledge about their sleep health and encourage discussions with their healthcare providers regarding medication use, with the goal of promoting safer medication use and improved quality of life.
Clinical Site
South Burlington Family Medicine
Keywords
Ambien, Sleep, Aging
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Disciplines
Medical Education | Primary Care
Recommended Citation
Kuzina, Angelina, "Dreaming Wisely: Improving Awareness of Age-Related Sleep Changes and Risks of Ambien" (2024). Family Medicine Clerkship Student Projects. 1038.
https://scholarworks.uvm.edu/fmclerk/1038