Dataset Information

Unmet Needs of Older Adults Receiving In-Center Hemodialysis: A Qualitative Needs Assessment.

ABSTRACT:

Rationale & objective

Attention to geriatric impairments is not routinely provided to older adults receiving dialysis. Our objective was to identify patient and personnel perspectives on experiences with geriatric problems, unmet needs that may affect a patient's ability to maintain his or her functional status, and preferences for design of a geriatric model of care tailored to address the unmet needs.

Study design

Qualitative study using semi-structured interviews and focus groups.

Setting & participants

14 hemodialysis patients 55 years and older and 24 dialysis unit personnel (eg, nephrologists, nurses, patient care technicians, and social workers) representing 5 dialysis units.