Qualitative study identifies barriers to discharge for nursing home residents with serious mental illness, highlighting the need for comprehensive strategies.
Key Points
Multiple barriers exist that prevent nursing home residents with serious mental illness from being discharged to the community.
Interviews revealed that barriers were identified at individual, relational, and structural levels affecting discharge potential.
Participants included front-line staff and administrators from 8 nursing homes who shared insights on discharge challenges.
Strategic collaboration to address these barriers is essential for improving discharge outcomes for nursing home residents.