Factors associated with recurrent emergency department visits among people living with dementia: A retrospective cohort study.
Aaron JonesAreti-Angeliki VeronikiLaura C MaclaganSarah SwayzeLiisa JaakkimainenMichael J SchullSusan E BronskillPublished in: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society (2023)
History of ED visits may be a useful measure to identify older adults with dementia who would benefit from additional interventions and supports. A substantial proportion of older adults with dementia have a pattern of recurrent visits and may benefit from dementia-friendly and geriatric-focused EDs. Collaborative medication review in the ED and closer follow-up and engagement with community supports could improve patient care and experience.