As with other diffi cult subjects, try to frame it as a common concern of older patients. Mention, for instance, that aging can lead to slowed reaction times and impaired vision. In addition, it may be harder to move the head to look back, quickly turn the steering wheel, or safely hit the brakes. Ask the patient about any car accidents. When necessary, warn patients about medications that may make them sleepy or impair judgment. Also, a device such as an automatic defi brillator or pacemaker might cause irregular heartbeats or dizziness that can make driving dangerous. You might ask if she or he has thought about alternative transportation methods if driving is no longer an option.
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