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Pilot evaluation of an intermediate care scheme.

Nicky Brooks1, Amanda Ashton, Basil Hainsworth

  • 1Division of Primary Care, De Montfort University, Leicester. nbrooks@dmu.ac.uk

Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
|March 27, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Intermediate care schemes show potential in reducing hospital admissions for older adults. A pilot study found that only 5% of patients required re-admission, indicating successful home-based care and support.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Public Health
  • Healthcare Management

Background:

  • Elderly individuals are at high risk for emergency hospital admissions.
  • Intermediate care schemes aim to provide timely support and prevent unnecessary hospitalizations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of an intermediate care scheme in reducing emergency hospital admissions for individuals over 65.
  • To assess the need for ongoing interventions and support for elderly patients discharged home.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 57 patient discharge summaries.
  • Documentary analysis to track re-admission rates and identify patient needs.

Main Results:

  • Only 7% of patients required re-admission, with these admissions deemed clinically necessary.
  • 33% of patients needed no further intervention to remain at home.
  • 47% of patients were referred for ongoing care, with hygiene needs being most common.

Conclusions:

  • The intermediate care scheme demonstrated significant potential in preventing unnecessary hospital re-admissions.
  • Integrated health and social care teams effectively supported older adults at home.
  • The scheme provided appropriate resources and care, enabling elderly patients to receive support in their homes.

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