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Emergency Nurses' Perception of Geriatric Readiness in the ED Setting: A Mixed-Methods Study.

Lisa A Wolf, Altair M Delao, Aaron J Malsch

Journal of Emergency Nursing

|April 2, 2019

Summary

Emergency nurses often lack resources and training for geriatric care, impacting patient safety. Integrated systems and improved education are crucial for enhancing care for older adults in emergency departments.

Keywords:

Emergency department Emergency nursing Geriatric care Geriatric readiness Mixed methods

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Area of Science:

Geriatric Emergency Care
Nursing Research
Public Health

Background:

The aging US population is increasing, with over 21 million individuals aged 65+ visiting emergency departments (EDs) annually.
This demographic is projected to more than double in the next 40 years, highlighting the growing need for specialized geriatric care.
Emergency nurses are pivotal in developing and delivering effective care for geriatric patients.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate emergency nurses' perceptions of their competence in managing geriatric patients within the emergency setting.
To identify challenges and facilitators influencing the quality of emergency care for older adults.

Main Methods:

A mixed-methods sequential design was employed, integrating quantitative survey data (N=1,610) with qualitative focus group data (N=23).
Quantitative and qualitative data were analyzed separately, with equal weight given during the interpretation phase.

Main Results:

Less than half of surveyed nurses reported consistent availability of geriatric-specific screenings, accommodations, and external communication.
Qualitative findings revealed key themes: Triage/Assessment, Emergency Environment Care, Discharge Planning, and Facilitators/Barriers.
A primary concern identified was ensuring patient safety within the ED and community settings.

Conclusions:

Emergency departments require integrated systems to optimize care for older patients.
Barriers to improved geriatric care include fragmented emergency-community care integration, insufficient geriatric education, inconsistent frailty screening, and resource limitations.