Integrated Care model: Transition from acute to chronic care

Area of Science:

• Healthcare Management
• Nursing Science
• Public Health

Background:

• The evolution of healthcare delivery necessitates innovative models.
• Integrated Care Model (ICM) aims to bridge gaps in traditional healthcare systems.
• Focus on patient-centeredness and multidisciplinary collaboration is increasing.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe the dimensions and discussion points of the Integrated Care Model (ICM).
• To explore the application of technological innovations within healthcare.
• To outline intervention strategies for enhancing professional performance in care delivery.

Main Methods:

• A descriptive study design was employed.
• The study focused on describing a specific technological innovation.
• Intervention strategies for professional performance were examined.

Main Results:

• The Integrated Care Model (ICM) encompasses individual and group/disease-specific categories.
• The individual category is designed for high-risk patients or those with comorbidities.
• The group/disease-specific category, often utilizing the Chronic Care Model (CCM), aims to improve outcomes for chronic conditions by shifting from acute to integrated, preventative, and community-based nursing.

Conclusions:

• Patients should be recognized as active participants in their treatment.
• Continuous monitoring of the care system's performance is crucial.
• Multidisciplinary care delivery, tailored to patient safety, needs, and cultural context, leads to desirable outcomes.