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Wilfling, D; Budke, J; Warkentin, N; Goetz, K.
How Do Health Care Professionals Perceive a Holistic Care Approach for Geriatric Patients? A Focus Group Study.
Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2023; 20(2): Doi: 10.3390/ijerph20021033 [OPEN ACCESS]
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Leading authors Med Uni Graz: Wilfling Denise
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Abstract:: BACKGROUND: Geriatric patients require holistic care in order to meet their complex care needs. The project RubiN (Continuous Care in a Regional Network) provides case and care management (CCM) for older people to address these needs in a primary care setting in Germany. This study aimed to explore the experiences of health care professionals who provided CCM for geriatric patients. METHODS: Focus group interviews with general practitioners (GPs), health care assistants (HCAs), and case managers (CMs) were conducted. Transcribed data were analyzed by using qualitative content analysis. RESULTS: Ten focus group discussions (n = 15 GPs, n = 14 HCAs, n = 17 CMs) were conducted. The different health care professionals emphasized the importance of a holistic care approach to geriatric care. Moreover, the GPs stated that the CMs supported the patients in organizing their care. A CCM could help encourage patients to remain at their own homes, which would have an effect on patients' quality of life and satisfaction. CONCLUSION: A well-functioning and effective cooperation between those health professionals involved is a prerequisite for a trustful relationship in the holistic care of older people. This creates a feeling of security for all people involved in the care process.
Find related publications in this database (using NLM MeSH Indexing): Humans - administration & dosage; Aged - administration & dosage; Focus Groups - administration & dosage; Quality of Life - administration & dosage; Primary Health Care - administration & dosage; Case Management - administration & dosage; Allied Health Personnel - administration & dosage; Qualitative Research - administration & dosage
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