The Intern At Work: Internal Medicine
A pan-Canadian learner-generated internal medicine podcast. The Intern at Work is written by residents for residents, and is meant to serve you better on the wards and on call. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational use only and is not intended as the sole resource for clinical management. All scripts are original scripts. Podcasts produced out of Canada and may contain Canadian specific guidelines. Created by: Alison Lai Executive Producers: Laiya Carayannopoulos, Zahra Merali
The Intern At Work: Internal Medicine
35. Ask a Fellow: Taking the Zzz out of Sleep- Benzodiazepine (Mis)use in Hospital
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The Intern At Work
Guest Fellow: Dr. Sam Thrall (Geriatric Medicine)
Special Guest: Dr. Olivia Geen (Internal Medicine Resident)
Host: Dr. Zahra Merali (Internal Medicine Resident)
Episode reviewed by: Dr. Joye St. Onge (Geriatrician)
Take a listen to our ask a fellow episode on benzodiazepines! Although they are the 10th most prescribed medication in older adults, these drugs are associated with many negative side effects including delirium and falls. We discuss Choosing Wisely Canada guidelines and the Beers List, as well as deprescribing methods and the EMPOWER trial. Sam also tells us about useful facts relating to commonly used sleeping aids and drugs used for aggressive behaviour. Lessons learned: Start low, go slow.