Level of medical intervention (LMI) has to be adapted to each patient in geriatric care. LMI scales intend to help nonintensive care (NIC) decisions, giving priority to patient choice and collegial discussion. In the present study, we aimed to assess the parameters associated with the NIC decision and whet...
To describe the level of need and divertibility of newly admitted nursing home residents, describe the factors that drive need, and describe the outcomes of residents across different levels of need.
This year’s Steven Levenson Lectureship in Medical Direction—entitled The New Era in Medical Direction: Facing the Crisis of Confluence—is being delivered at PALTC26 later this month by Thomas Lawrence, MD, CMD.
Loneliness, depression, and anxiety are prevalent among older adults in post-acute and long-term care settings and are associated with adverse health outcomes. Existing psychosocial interventions often face challenges related to scalability and sustained engagement.
Adverse social determinants of health (SDoH) often contribute to poor patient health outcomes after hospitalization. Although transitional care interventions can help prevent negative outcomes as patients transition from hospital to home or other health care settings, using a one-size-fits all approach may...