In:
Canadian Journal on Aging / La Revue canadienne du vieillissement, Cambridge University Press (CUP), Vol. 38, No. 1 ( 2019-03), p. 76-89
Abstract:
This study identified factors affecting seniors’ ability to self-manage their health following an Emergency Department (ED) visit. Surveys ( n = 380) completed by older adults and their caregivers in the ED assessed their understanding of information provided. Interviews ( n = 51) completed with a participant subsample up to four weeks post-ED visit examined self-management factors. Perceived understanding of the information (“Yes, definitely”) received in the ED was greater at the time of the visit (91%) than at follow-up (71%). Patients reported self-management was influenced by communication with ED staff, understanding of post-discharge expectations and the health condition(s), caregiver availability, and various external factors. Caregivers also identified support for caregivers and patient resistance to recommendations. Senior-friendly strategies (e.g., recommendations in writing, confirmed understanding of recommendations), particularly those related to identifying those at risk and needing greater transitional supports, and greater access to and integration with community supports could enhance post-ED self-management.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
0714-9808
,
1710-1107
DOI:
10.1017/S071498081800034X
Language:
English
Publisher:
Cambridge University Press (CUP)
Publication Date:
2019
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632851-9
detail.hit.zdb_id:
2166531-X
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