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Intermediate care rapid assessment support service: an evaluation.

Nicky Brooks1

  • 1Division of Primary Care, De Montfort University, Leicester.

British Journal of Community Nursing
|January 7, 2003
PubMed
Summary

This study evaluated a rapid assessment support service (RASS) for older adults, aiming to reduce hospital admissions and support home assessments. Early successes indicate potential benefits for intermediate care services.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Health Services Research
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Inner-city populations face unique challenges in accessing healthcare.
  • Older adults (65+) are at high risk for unnecessary emergency hospital admissions.
  • Intermediate care services aim to bridge gaps in health and social care for the elderly.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate a Rapid Assessment Support Service (RASS) in an inner-city setting.
  • To assess RASS's effectiveness in reducing emergency hospital admissions for individuals over 65.
  • To evaluate RASS's role in supporting home-based assessments for older adults.

Main Methods:

  • A case study design was utilized for the evaluation.
  • Data collection involved documentary analysis of patient records and notes.

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  • Qualitative data were gathered through patient/carer diaries and storytelling.

    • Main Results:

    • Common referral reasons included mobility issues, falls prevention, and activities of daily living.
    • Key assessment themes involved partnership working and integrated health/social care.
    • Patient independence and carer relief were identified as significant outcomes.

    Conclusions:

    • The Rapid Assessment Support Service (RASS) shows early promise in intermediate care.
    • Effective integration of health and social care is crucial for older adults.
    • Further evaluation is needed despite identified successes and limitations.