Observational analysis reveals frailty assessment gaps in emergency care for older adults, suggesting crucial changes.
Background: Frailty is a multidimensional syndrome characterized by a reduced physiological reserve, exposing older adults to the dangerous adverse consequences of acute illness or injury. In the Emergency Department (ED), traditional assessment models often fail to detect and estimate vulnerability, leading to undertriage, delayed or inappropriate interventions, and poor outcomes.
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