Fundamentally shifting discharge planning and post-hospital care

Article Nursing

The experience of stroke survivors and caregivers during hospital-to-home transitional care: A qualitative longitudinal study

Shuanglan Lin et al.

Summary: This study explores the experiences of stroke survivors and their caregivers during hospital-to-home transitional care in China. The findings reveal that the transitional care process can be divided into three phases: survival, living in uncertainty, and crisis at home. Each phase presents unique challenges and issues for stroke survivors and caregivers.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NURSING STUDIES (2022)

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Review Nursing

Older peoples' and informal caregivers' experiences, views, and needs in transitional care decision-making: a systematic review

Lotan Kraun et al.

Summary: Older people's experiences with care transitions involve reduced autonomy and increased dependency. Their preference for involvement in decision-making varies and is influenced by healthcare professionals and informal caregivers. Informal caregivers consider involvement in decision-making important despite the burden of responsibility and specific difficulties in making decisions.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NURSING STUDIES (2022)

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Article Surgery

Geographic Proximity of Family Members and Healthcare Utilization After Complex Surgical Procedures

Brian T. Bucher et al.

Summary: The geographic proximity of family members is significantly associated with decreased healthcare utilization after complex cardiovascular and oncologic surgical procedures.

ANNALS OF SURGERY (2022)

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Article Health Care Sciences & Services

What does family involvement in care provision look like across hospital settings in Bangladesh, Indonesia, and South Korea?

J. Y. Park et al.

Summary: This study aimed to understand the patient care activities undertaken by family and private carers, as well as the guidance provided to them regarding infection control measures in hospitals located in Bangladesh, Indonesia, and South Korea. The study found that more needs to be done to ensure that these carers are not inadvertently exposed to healthcare-associated infections or other occupational risks, considering the types of activities being undertaken, the length of time they reside within the clinical setting, and the apparent lack of guidance given around infection prevention and control.

BMC HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH (2022)

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Review Health Care Sciences & Services

Caregiver Engagement Enhances Outcomes Among Randomized Control Trials of Transitional Care Interventions A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

Kristin Levoy et al.

Summary: This study synthesized evidence on the attention given to caregiver engagement in transitional care interventions (TCIs) and assessed the overall intervention effects. It found that interventions with caregiver engagement reduced the risk of rehospitalizations, while those without did not have a significant effect. The study highlights the importance of consistently involving caregivers in the design, delivery, and evaluation of TCIs.

MEDICAL CARE (2022)

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Article Nursing

Exploring family participation in patient care on acute care wards: A mixed-methods study

Benjamin R. Mackie et al.

Summary: This study explored perceptions of family participation and collaboration in acute care setting, including barriers and facilitators. The conclusion emphasizes the importance of supporting family involvement through multiple levels of engagement and establishing good communication.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NURSING PRACTICE (2021)

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Article Nursing

Strict isolation requires a different approach to the family of hospitalised patients with COVID-19: A rapid qualitative study

J. M. Maaskant et al.

Summary: This study investigated the changes in family involvement in hospital care during the COVID-19 outbreak, highlighting reduced communication and limited family participation. Nurses experienced moral distress due to visiting restrictions, with family involvement mainly focused on practical aspects and increasing in end-of-life situations.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NURSING STUDIES (2021)

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Review Nursing

The effectiveness of transitional care interventions for adult people with heart failure on patient-centered health outcomes: A systematic review and meta-analysis including dose-response relationship

Yuan Li et al.

Summary: Transitional care interventions have been proven effective in reducing mortality and improving quality of life for individuals with heart failure, with greater efficacy seen in trials delivered by multidisciplinary teams. However, the effects on emotional distress are inconclusive, highlighting the need for further research.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NURSING STUDIES (2021)

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Article Geriatrics & Gerontology

Willingness and preparedness to provide care: interviews with individuals of different ages and with different caregiving experiences

Lea de Jong et al.

Summary: The study found that almost all interviewees were willing to provide care for close family members, but most were hesitant to receive informal care. Factors such as available housing space, flexible working hours, and the proximity of relatives were essential indicators of a person's preparedness to provide informal care.

BMC GERIATRICS (2021)

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Article Surgery