A nurse's goal for an older adult is to reduce the risk of adverse medication effects. Which action will the nurse take?

A) Review the patient's list of medications at each visit.
B) Teach that polypharmacy is to be avoided at all cost.
C) Avoid information about adverse effects.
D) Focus only on prescribed medications.

Polypharmacy

The use of multiple medications by a patient, often associated with higher risks of adverse effects.

Adverse Medication Effects

Unintended, harmful reactions experienced during drug therapy.

Prescribed Medications

Medicines that are given or recommended by a healthcare provider to treat or manage a specific medical condition.