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Functional decline associated with hospitalization for acute illness

M A Sager1, M A Rudberg

  • 1Department of Medicine, University of Wisconsin-Madison Medical School, 53719, USA.

Clinics in Geriatric Medicine
|November 3, 1998
PubMed
Summary

Hospitalization commonly causes functional decline, especially in older adults. However, interventions during and after hospital stays can help maintain patient functioning and prevent decline.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Rehabilitation Medicine

Background:

  • Functional decline is a common, dynamic, and costly consequence of hospitalization.
  • This decline is not an inevitable outcome of aging or illness.
  • Current hospital practices often fail to adequately address the specific needs of older patients.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the issue of functional decline in hospitalized older adults.
  • To emphasize that functional decline is preventable.
  • To suggest that current knowledge allows for targeted interventions.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing knowledge on functional changes during hospitalization.
  • Analysis of hospital practices concerning older patients.

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  • Identification of opportunities for intervention.

    • Main Results:

    • Functional decline associated with hospitalization is a significant issue, particularly for older individuals.
    • Hospital environments and practices can exacerbate functional loss.
    • Evidence-based strategies can mitigate these negative effects.

    Conclusions:

    • Functional decline during hospitalization is a modifiable condition.
    • Identifying high-risk patients is crucial for effective intervention.
    • Interventions during and post-hospitalization can preserve patient functioning.