Qualitative study highlights barriers and facilitators in transitional care for older adults and families.
Aim To identify the experiences, expectations, and preferred transitional care expressed by nursing home residents and close family, thus mapping perceived barriers and facilitators to improve this identification process. Design In this study, a qualitative design was employed. Methods Individual, semistructured interviews were conducted. Data Sources Interviews of 12 participants (3 residents and 9 close family) were conducted. The data were analyzed using thematic analysis to identify underlying themes. Results The following three themes were identified: (1) changes in life situations, (2) dimensions of transfer quality, and (3) interactions with staff. Conclusion Nursing home residents and close family emphasize that proper medical care is necessary. However, this is insufficient without addressing multiple ongoing life changes of individuals transitioning between nursing homes and emergency departments. Yet, this effort to manage life changes is significantly insufficient without the support of healthcare professionals.
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