The risk of injuring themselves and others while driving is higher than that for younger adults because of age-associated changes and conditions common among older adults.
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Prevention of Injuries in Older Adults — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationPrescription medication and driving what are the hazards — California
Source: State Agency/ProgramAs people age, many see increases in the number of their prescribed medications. However, at any age, the more medications you take, the greater the risk that the medications will affect your ability to drive safely.
Medication Effects That May Impair Driving Ability — National
Source: US Department of TransportationMedscape here to talk about medicines, whether they are prescriptions, over-the-counter (OTC), legal, or illegal, that have the potential to impair driving performance.
Older Driver Safety Awareness Week: Understand, Be Proactive, Plan — National
Source: Professional AssociationDuring this week we explore options and choices for clients when “life happens,” affecting driving and mobility and occupational therapy’s response to these changes.
Low Vision Glasses For Driving, Keeping You In The Driver’s Seat — National
Source: Professional AssociationLiving with poor eyesight and losing the ability to drive may lead to feelings of depression, anxiety, anger, and withdrawal from society. We must do all possible to maintain the patient’s self-sufficient.
Driving Can Present Challenges for Older Adults — National
Source: Professional AssociationAs we age, however, it is important to realize that mental reaction, situational awareness, vision and motor controls may not be as sharp as they once were. Driving in heavy traffic or in inclement weather might become more challenging.
National Library of Medicine NIH- Daily Med — National
Source: ExpertThe DailyMed database contains 148815 labeling submitted to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) by companies. DailyMed does not contain a complete listing of labeling for FDA-regulated products (e.g., labeling that is not submitted to the FDA). See ABOUT DAILYMED for more information.
GrandDriver for Healthcare Providers — National
Source: Expert"As healthcare providers know, a patient’s wellbeing goes beyond the physician’s office. With more than 15,000 senior driver-related crashes on Virginia roads, talk to your patients about the impacts of age-related change on one’s driving ability.
As a trusted source to your patients, you can empower them to use the tools they need to stay safe and independent on the road."
Occupational Therapy Toolkit — National
Source: ExpertThe Occupational Therapy e handouts are organized by 85 treatment guides and are based on current research and best practice.
Oregon: DMV At-Risk Driver Program — Oregon
Source: State Agency/ProgramOregon's DMV resource for helping seniors stay safe and mobile