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Emergency services use by elderly individuals

P A Castillo1, L Pousada

  • 1Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, NY.

Clinics in Geriatric Medicine
|August 1, 1993
PubMed
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The proportion of elderly individuals is rising, making the emergency department (ED) a key primary care provider for this demographic. Healthcare professionals must adapt training and care to meet the increasing needs of older patients in the ED.

Area of Science:

  • Geriatrics
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Population demographics indicate a significant and continuing increase in the elderly population.
  • The emergency department (ED) is increasingly serving as a primary health care provider for older adults.
  • Current healthcare models may not adequately address the unique needs of the aging population within emergency settings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the growing role of the emergency department in primary care for the elderly.
  • To emphasize the need for proactive preparation by emergency medicine stakeholders.
  • To advocate for improved care strategies for older patients in the ED.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of population prediction trends regarding the elderly.

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  • Review of the current role and utilization of emergency departments by aged patients.
  • Assessment of cost and recidivism data for elderly ED patients.

    • Main Results:

    • Elderly population proportion is projected to rise significantly.
    • The ED is becoming a critical primary care source for the elderly.
    • High costs and recidivism rates among aged ED patients necessitate care improvements.

    Conclusions:

    • Emergency medicine must prepare for an increased demand from the elderly population.
    • Focusing on appropriateness, continuity, and effectiveness of care is crucial for aged ED patients.
    • Integrating social services and geriatric care principles into ED training and practice is recommended.