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Acute geriatric units.

N Despotović1, P Erceg, D P Milosević

  • 1University of Belgrade, Medical School, 8 dr Subotića Str., Belgrade 11000, Serbia. ndsp@beotel.net

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Serbia needs Acute Geriatric Units (AGU) to manage the rising emergency hospital admissions in its aging population. These specialized units will focus on comprehensive geriatric assessment and preventing common geriatric syndromes.

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Assessment of Dependence in Activities of Daily Living Among Older Patients in an Acute Care Unit
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Assessment of Dependence in Activities of Daily Living Among Older Patients in an Acute Care Unit

Published on: September 30, 2020

Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Public Health
  • Hospital Management

Background:

  • Increasing elderly population leads to higher emergency hospital admissions.
  • Serbia faces a growing need for specialized geriatric care facilities.
  • Existing healthcare plans propose geriatric wards in regional hospitals, but acute care needs remain unmet in larger cities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the necessity of establishing Acute Geriatric Units (AGU) in Serbia.
  • To define the primary targets and essential components of AGUs.
  • To advocate for a multidisciplinary team approach in geriatric care.

Main Methods:

  • The study emphasizes the importance of comprehensive geriatric assessment.
  • It outlines the prevention of key geriatric syndromes such as delirium, pressure ulcers, and incontinence.
  • It stresses the need for early discharge planning and mobility improvement.

Main Results:

  • Acute Geriatric Units are crucial for addressing the specific healthcare needs of the elderly.
  • A multidisciplinary team approach is identified as optimal for achieving geriatric care goals.
  • Key features of AGUs include comprehensive assessment, syndrome prevention, and early discharge planning.

Conclusions:

  • There is a clear and present need for Acute Geriatric Units in Serbia.
  • Implementing AGUs with a focus on comprehensive assessment and multidisciplinary care will improve outcomes for elderly patients.
  • Proactive management of geriatric syndromes and early discharge planning are essential for effective acute geriatric care.