Hospitals are especially challenging environments for older people. More than a third of older patients develop health issues during their hospital stay, such as delirium, infection or mobility limitations following excessive bed rest. Learn how …
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Collaboration as a Passport to Older Adult Safety – August CARE Connections
Transitions between healthcare providers and care settings bring increased risk of complications and accidents for older patients. Nurses and engineers are collaborating on a patient safety passport to improve communication and coordination during care transitions. …