[Verified Answer]: In recent years, the misuse of opioid…

In recent years, the misuse of opioid medications is affecting people of all ages. However, for older adults who require it for pain management, their usage is potentially different than that of young patients. Prepare a discussion about the use of opioid medications and their role in pain management among older adults, Include something about the national prescription monitoring program (PMP) that can aid prescribers in identifying if a person is accessing too much pain medication or “doctor shopping.”