Potentially Inappropriate Medications — DGM MCQ

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A 72-year-old with chronic back pain is prescribed naproxen. Which medication should be avoided due to Beers criteria in older adults?

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Correct answer: C — Meperidine

Beers Criteria advise avoiding meperidine in older adults due to neurotoxicity and poor analgesia. Acetaminophen (A), topical NSAIDs (B), lidocaine patch (D), and duloxetine (E) are safer options depending on context.

Reference: AGS Beers Criteria (2023): Potentially Inappropriate Medications in Older Adults