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Case management of critically ill elders: a case study
1Department of Outcomes Evaluation and Nursing Education, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston 77555-0474, USA.
AACN Clinical Issues
|December 11, 1997
Summary
Caring for critically ill elderly patients presents unique challenges. Nursing case management offers a vital framework to address their complex health needs and improve outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Critical Care Medicine
- Nursing Management
Background:
- The aging global population presents increasing healthcare demands.
- Critically ill elderly patients represent a complex and vulnerable patient subset.
- Specialized care management is essential due to their unique needs and risks.