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[On-call physicians in nursing homes].

Georg Bollig1, Bettina Sandgathe Husebø, Stein Husebø

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Nursing home residents require frequent physician contact for various issues. A 24-hour on-call service can provide timely treatment and reduce unnecessary hospitalizations for elderly, multimorbid patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Healthcare Management
  • Nursing Home Care

Background:

  • Norwegian nursing home residents are elderly and have multiple chronic conditions, necessitating regular medical attention and emergency care.
  • Effective medical follow-up is crucial for managing the complex health needs of this population.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify the primary reasons for physician contact in a nursing home setting.
  • To evaluate the potential for reducing hospital admissions through improved on-site medical services.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective 4-month study was conducted at Bergen Red Cross Nursing home, involving 174 patients across various wards.
  • Physician on-call contacts were systematically recorded, including time, ward, presenting problem, and interventions.

Main Results:

  • 319 calls were logged, requiring 187 active working hours, with the palliative care unit having the highest contact rate.
  • Common reasons for calls included counseling, abdominal issues, neurological problems, respiratory conditions, pain, and cardiovascular disease.
  • Hospitalization could have been avoided for nine patients, suggesting potential for intervention.

Conclusions:

  • The 24-hour on-call physician service is frequently utilized across all nursing home wards.
  • Implementing such on-call services is recommended for nursing homes to ensure prompt, competent care and minimize unnecessary hospital transports.