What does this research mean for the field?

A national consensus list of high-risk medications has been developed specifically for Australian residential aged care. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.NOVEL_FINDING. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.ESTABLISHES_NEW_DIRECTION.

What question did this study set out to answer?

To create a national consensus list of high-risk medications for Australian residential aged care facilities.

March 1, 2026

Development of a High-Risk Medication List for Australian Residential Aged Care: A Modified Delphi Study.

Key Points

To create a national consensus list of high-risk medications for Australian residential aged care facilities.
Conducted a modified Delphi study involving experts in medication management.
Gathered and analyzed feedback to reach a consensus on high-risk medications.
Focused on medications that pose increased risks for aged care residents.
Identified a comprehensive list of medications deemed high-risk for this population.
Established a framework for targeted strategies to minimize medication-related harm.

Abstract

This is the first, national consensus list of high-risk medications developed specifically for Australian residential aged care. It can be used to implement targeted strategies to minimise medication-related harm.

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Development of a High-Risk Medication List for Australian Residential Aged Care: A Modified Delphi Study.

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