Structure and processes of emergency observation units with a geriatric focus: a scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Combining observation principles and geriatric care concepts is considered a promising strategy for risk-stratification of older patients with emergency care needs. We aimed to map the structure and processes of emergency observation units (EOUs) with a geriatric focus and explore to what extent the comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA) approach was implemented in EOUs.

Methods

The revised scoping methodology framework of Arksey and O'Malley was applied. Manuscripts reporting on dedicated areas within hospitals for observation of older patients with emergency care needs were eligible for inclusion. Electronic database searches were performed in MEDLINE, EMBASE and CINAHL in combination with backward snowballing. Two researchers conducted data charting independe

SUBMITTER: Heeren P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7852183 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature