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Marie Jönsson1,2, Marie Holmefur1, Carin Fredriksson1
1School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health, Örebro University, Örebro, Sweden.
Introduction:
Limitations in everyday activities are a risk factor for hospital readmission. Despite this, few studies have focussed on everyday activities of repeatedly readmitted older people. The experiences and specific needs of this group have been poorly described regarding their everyday activities at home. A deeper understanding may help occupational therapists and other health professions to facilitate readiness for this group at and after discharge. The aim of this study was, therefore, to describe the experiences of performing everyday activities of older people repeatedly readmitted to hospital and discharged to home.
Methods:
A qualitative interview study was used to collect data from sixteen participants (75 years and older). Data were analysed using qualitative content analysis.
Results:
One theme 'trying to manage an unpredictable everyday life' and two categories describe experiences of everyday activities at home. The participants expressed the importance of continuing everyday activities after discharge where support from relatives and healthcare seemed to be of importance.
Conclusion:
It was found that performance of everyday activities and contact with family members were of importance in their everyday life. Therefore, assessments and support were of particular importance for the group of older people who do not have close social relations at home.
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