An 80-yeаr-оld pаtient with а histоry оf type II diabetes, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), hypertension, osteoporosis, and osteoarthritis presents for follow-up. During medication reconciliation, the Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) notes that the patient is taking 12 prescription medications from multiple specialists, along with several over-the-counter supplements. The patient reports increasing fatigue, dizziness, and difficulty managing the medication schedule. Which statement best explains the primary concern related to this geriatric patient?