Experiences in the Decision-Making Regarding the Place of Care of the Elderly: A Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT: The objective of this review was to understand how participants experience the decision-making process regarding the place of care for the elderly. Therefore, we conducted a systematic review of qualitative studies. The articles were included if they were original studies with qualitative/mixed methodology, written in English/Spanish, and that approached the decision-making process regarding the place of care for the elderly, already experienced by the participants. Forty-four articles were included, identifying experiences, both negative and positive. Negative experiences have been the most frequently reported experiences by all population groups; fear was the most relevant experience for the elderly, whereas concern was the most relevant for family members and professionals. This review

SUBMITTER: Serrano-Gemes G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7921973 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature