Experiences with and attitudes towards geriatric screening among older emergency department patients: a qualitative study

Experiences with and attitudes towards geriatric screening among older emergency department patients: a qualitative study

Abstract Background The patient perspective on the use of screening for high risks of adverse health outcomes in Emergency Department (ED) care is underexposed, although it is an important perspective influencing implementation in routine care. This study explores the experiences with, and attitudes...

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Main Authors: Laura C. Blomaard, Mareline Olthof, Yvette Meuleman, Bas de Groot, Jacobijn Gussekloo, Simon P. Mooijaart
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-03-01
Series:BMC Geriatrics
Subjects:
Frailty
Frailty screening
Emergency medicine
Older adults
Qualitative research
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12877-021-02144-7

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12877-021-02144-7

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