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Transitional care: hospital to home

W J Hall1, R O Oskvig

  • 1General Medicine/ Geriatrics Unit, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, New York, USA.

Clinics in Geriatric Medicine
|November 3, 1998
PubMed
Summary

Precise transitional planning during hospitalization is critical for older adults. This review highlights evidence showing its importance for patient outcomes and economic factors, exploring promising initiatives.

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Area of Science:

  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Health Services Research
  • Hospital Administration

Background:

  • Acute hospital care for older adults requires specific attention to the transition phase.
  • The peridischarge period is a critical juncture in managing elderly patients' health.
  • Effective hospital discharge planning is essential for continuity of care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review evidence on the importance of transitional planning for hospitalized older adults.
  • To examine outcomes data and economic factors related to discharge planning.
  • To explore current promising initiatives in transitional care for the elderly.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature and outcomes data.
  • Analysis of economic factors influencing transitional care.
  • Synthesis of information on national initiatives in peridischarge planning.

Main Results:

  • Evidence demonstrates that precise transitional planning is a critical element in older adult hospital care.
  • Outcomes data and economic factors support the need for enhanced discharge strategies.
  • Various promising initiatives are being explored nationwide to improve transitional care.

Conclusions:

  • Transitional planning is a vital component of acute hospital care for older adults.
  • Improved discharge processes can lead to better patient outcomes and economic benefits.
  • Continued exploration and implementation of innovative transitional care models are recommended.

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