Emergency Care of an Older Adult with Complex Care Needs: A Case Report

In this case report, we demonstrate the application of a stepwise approach for the evaluation of older adults with complex care needs who present to the emergency department. We emphasize the pressing need for the development of a standardized protocol tailored to emergency physicians, addressing th...

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Published inJournal of geriatric emergency medicine Vol. 5; no. 2
Main Authors Muhammad Adnan Khan, Himika Dalia, Michelle Dietz
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Advocate Aurora Health 01.05.2024
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Summary:In this case report, we demonstrate the application of a stepwise approach for the evaluation of older adults with complex care needs who present to the emergency department. We emphasize the pressing need for the development of a standardized protocol tailored to emergency physicians, addressing the unique needs of complex older adults, and overcoming the system barriers in emergency care.
ISSN:2694-4715