Medication Literacy in Hospitalized Older Adults: Concept Development.

The proposed refined definition might enhance professionals' common understanding of the concept and its application in practice, policy, and research. Managing a medication regimen is a complex activity that requires a high level of integration and coordination of cognitive and social skills. [] Plain Language Summary: Based on the literature on medication literacy and the experiences of nurses working in hospitals, this article defines medication literacy in hospitalized older adults. This definition will help professionals to better understand challenges related to medication literacy in older patients and to propose adequate support (i.e., provide education, simplify medication prescriptions, propose practical aids such as a pillbox).