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    This review compares Italian patient complexity assessment systems, finding that autonomy/dependence is the most influential factor. Systems are shifting from assessing nursing activities to patient conditions for better care management.

    Area of Science:

    • Nursing
    • Healthcare Management
    • Patient Assessment

    Background:

    • Effective caseload management is crucial for timely and appropriate patient care.
    • Several systems exist in Italy to quantify patient complexity.
    • Understanding patient complexity is key to optimizing resource allocation and care delivery.

    Purpose of the Study:

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    • To analyze the variables and dimensions used in these systems.
    • To identify trends in patient complexity assessment.

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    • A comprehensive literature search was performed across multiple databases (PubMed, CINAHL, Medline, Cochrane Library) and Google.
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    • Main Results:

    • Eight distinct patient complexity assessment systems were identified, each employing unique variable sets.
    • The autonomy/dependence dimension was the most significant factor in complexity scoring for five systems (34%-74%).
    • Other dimensions like clinical stability/instability, comprehension and choice, and context showed varying degrees of influence across systems.

    Conclusions:

    • Patient complexity assessment systems are evolving from focusing on nursing tasks to evaluating patient conditions.
    • The informatization of these systems holds potential for supporting the optimal definition of care mixes.
    • Continued development and standardization of these tools can enhance healthcare efficiency and patient outcomes.