The development and validation of a conceptual definition of avoidable transitions from long-term care to the emergency department: A mixed methods study.

Greta G CummingsKaitlyn TateJude SpiersRowan El-BialyPatrick McLaneClaire Su-Yeon ParkTatiana PenconekGarnet CummingsCarole A RobinsonRobert Colin ReidCarole A EstabrooksBrian H RoweCarol Anderson

Published in: Health science reports (2024)

To effectively reduce LTC resident avoidable transitions, stakeholders must share a common definition. Our conceptual definition may significantly contribute to improved care for LTC residents.

Keyphrases

long term care
emergency department
quality improvement
healthcare
palliative care
pain management
chronic pain
affordable care act
emergency medicine