Group B: Medication Tapering and Symptom-Guided Management

1. After completion of the prednisone taper, identify one medication that could reasonably be reduced or discontinued based on the patient’s reported symptom improvement.

2. Describe how you would safely taper or discontinue this medication.

3. Identify key clinical parameters that should be monitored during this process.

Scholarly Expectations

· Support your discussion with current evidence or clinical guidelines appropriate for older adult care

· Minimum 225 words

· Use a professional, scholarly tone

· Cite sources using current American Psychological Association format

Grading Note

This discussion is graded at the group level using the discussion rubric. Evaluation will focus on:

· Depth of clinical reasoning

· Use of evidence to support recommendations

· Quality of cross-section engagement

· Professional tone and clarity