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The problems of elderly patients at home after ophthalmic treatment
H Boter1, P Mistiaen, E Duijnhouwer
1Research Centre Primary-Secondary Health Care, University Hospital Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
Abstract:
1. Ophthalmic patients experience problems after discharge. For instance, most patients reported that they felt insufficiently informed, and some wanted additional help with housekeeping. 2. The most important informational needs are related to the expected recovery time and what the normal recovery signs are. Concerning housekeeping, patients experience most problems with household tasks involving heavy lifting and with shopping. 3. Nurses should address these problems and adapt their practices. For instance, nurses can mail a leaflet containing relevant information to patients before admission, or can institute a post-discharge telephone program to resolve problems.
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