<qa>  What is the Choosing Wisely Canada- Geriatrics guidelines for high valueInappropriate medication use among the elderly ranges from 11 to 62 and is a major concern for patient safety. Benzodiazepines account for approximately 20 to 25 of inappropriate medications prescribed to the elderly, thus reducing their inappropriate use could have a substantial impact on patient safety and overall well-being among elderly patients. The Choosing Wisely Canada- Geriatrics guidelines for high value health care recommend against the prescription of benzodiazepines or other sedative-hypnotics Z drugs in older adults as first choice for insomnia, agitation or delirium. Despite evidence of potential harms, benzodiazepines and non-benzodiazepine sedatives including the Z-drugs: eszopiclone, zopiclone, zolpidem and zaleplon, henceforth referred to as sedatives continue to be prescribed inappropriately to patients in hospital and community settings. 