Evidence for the 4Ms: Interactions and Outcomes across the Care Continuum

Objectives: An expert panel reviewed and summarized the literature related to the evidence for the 4Ms—what matters, medication, mentation, and mobility—in supporting care for older adults. Methods: In 2017, geriatric experts and health system executives collaborated with the Institute for Healthcar...

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Published in:Journal of aging and health 2021-08, Vol.33 (7-8), p.469-481
Main Authors: Mate, Kedar, Fulmer, Terry, Pelton, Leslie, Berman, Amy, Bonner, Alice, Huang, Wendy, Zhang, Jinghan
Format: Article
Language:English
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Older people
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Summary:Objectives: An expert panel reviewed and summarized the literature related to the evidence for the 4Ms—what matters, medication, mentation, and mobility—in supporting care for older adults. Methods: In 2017, geriatric experts and health system executives collaborated with the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) to develop the 4Ms framework. Through a strategic search of the IHI database and recent literature, evidence was compiled in support of the framework’s positive clinical outcomes. Results: Asking what matters from the outset of care planning improved both psychological and physiological health statuses. Using screening protocols such as the Beers’ criteria inhibited overprescribing. Mentation strategies aided in prevention and treatment. Fall risk and physical function assessment with early goals and safe environments allowed for safe mobility. Discussion: Through a framework that reduces cognitive load of providers and improves the reliability of evidence-based care for older adults, all clinicians and healthcare workers can engage in age-friendly care.
ISSN:0898-2643
1552-6887
DOI:10.1177/0898264321991658