Falling through the cracks: challenges and opportunities for improving transitional care for persons with continuous complex care needs
Article Abstract:
An overview is presented on elderly patients who require care from a wide variety of health professionals in different settings. Required elements for successful care transitions are examined, and the roles of information technology and national policy are discussed.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 0002-8614
Year: 2003
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A pilot study of usefulness of clinician - patient videoconferencing for making routine medical decisions in the nursing home
Article Abstract:
A study analyzing the benefits of clinician-patient videoconferencing for making routine medical decisions is presented. For the purpose of study, the reactions of nursing home residents were considered.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 0002-8614
Year: 2005
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The patient education forum
Article Abstract:
Information on transitional care related to elderly persons suffering from a number of health problems is presented.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 0002-8614
Year: 2005
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