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May 2, 2026

What matters most to the patient - a qualitative study of older patients in a geriatric ward.

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ÅAÅsa G. AnderssonKJKim JackwertKHKarin Hugelius

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Overview

Qualitative study investigates key factors for care planning in older patients, highlighting patient preferences.

Key Points

  • The study aims to identify key factors that older patients find important in their care planning process.
  • Interviews conducted with 16 patients in a geriatric ward
  • Focus group discussions to gather qualitative data
  • Content analysis used to analyze interview transcripts.
  • Patients prioritized maintaining autonomy, ensuring no harm, and a holistic care approach.
  • Subcategories included informed decision-making, accessibility of care, and emotional wellbeing considerations.
  • The findings align with WHO recommendations for quality health care.

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Andersson et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69f5943c71405d493affefc3https://doi.org/10.1186/s12877-026-07555-y
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