Best evidence for the application management of over-the-counter medications for constipation in the elderly
10.3760/cma.j.cn115682-20240123-00453
- VernacularTitle:老年人便秘非处方药物应用管理的最佳证据总结
- Author:
Jingjing LI
1
;
Liu HAN
;
Xueyan FAN
;
Qiushuang YU
;
Yiyi YIN
;
Jianni QU
;
Yufang HAO
;
Dahua ZHANG
Author Information
1. 北京中医药大学护理学院，北京 100029
- Keywords:
Aged;
Constipation;
Over-the-counter medications;
Medication therapy management;
Evidence-based nursing
- From:
Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing
2024;30(31):4241-4246
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Objectives:To search, evaluate, and summarize the evidence related to the application management of over-the-counter (OTC) medications for constipation in the elderly, providing evidence-based support for the rational use of these medications.Methods:A systematic search was conducted through computerized decision support systems, guideline websites, professional association websites, and databases for clinical decisions, guidelines, evidence summaries, and expert consensus on the management of OTC medications for constipation in the elderly. The search period spanned from January 2018 to March 2023. The quality of the literature was independently assessed, and evidence was extracted. The 2014 version of the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) evidence grading system was used to determine the levels of evidence.Results:A total of 18 article were included, consisting of two clinical decisions, five guidelines, seven expert consensus statements, and four evidence summaries. These covered five areas: medication principles for elderly individuals with different characteristics, medication selection, medication monitoring, health education, and precautions, culminating in a total of 30 best evidence.Conclusions:This study summarizes the best evidence for the management of OTC medications for constipation in the elderly, providing evidence-based support for the rational application of these medications.
