Table 3.
Most helpful interventions for managing older driver safety (n = 66).
Most helpful interventions | N (%) |
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Involving family members | 16 (24%) |
Using therapeutic communication with the patient | 14 (21%) |
Referring patient to occupational therapy/physical therapy | 10 (15%) |
Conducting a vision examination | 8 (12%) |
Using a step approach to driving termination | 7 (11%) |
Using objective data | 5 (7%) |
Referring patient to the Department of Motor Vehicles | 3 (5%) |
Referring patient to a medical specialist (psychiatrist, neurologist) | 2 (3%) |
Limiting medications on the Beers list | 1 (2%) |