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Maude Dessureault1, Clémence Dallaire2

  • 1Infirmière, Ph.D, professeure adjointe, Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières, Trois-Rivières, Canada

Recherche En Soins Infirmiers
|June 20, 2022
PubMed
Summary

Transitional care for elderly individuals after hospitalization is crucial. This study highlights the unmet self-care needs of elderly patients transitioning to intermediate care facilities, emphasizing the importance of support for their daily living.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Healthcare Research
  • Transitional Care

Background:

  • Transitional care post-hospitalization reduces complications in elderly individuals.
  • Current transitional care in Quebec is resource-limited, often excluding residents of elderly homes.
  • There's a gap in understanding the specific needs of elderly individuals transitioning to intermediate care facilities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify unmet needs of elderly individuals during post-hospitalization transition to intermediate care facilities in Quebec.
  • To explore daily coping strategies employed by elderly individuals facing these transitions.
  • To inform the development of improved transitional care interventions.

Main Methods:

  • A descriptive qualitative study design was utilized.
  • The research was embedded within an intervention research process.
  • Eleven elderly participants and healthcare professionals were recruited for data collection.

Main Results:

  • Elderly individuals experience unmet needs concerning self-care during the post-hospitalization transition.
  • Identified needs pertain to managing daily living activities in intermediate care settings.
  • Participants employ various daily strategies to cope with these unmet needs.

Conclusions:

  • Supporting elderly individuals' self-care capacity is essential for safe living in intermediate care facilities.
  • Enhanced self-care support is a vital component of effective transitional care.
  • Addressing these unmet needs can improve patient safety and well-being post-discharge.

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