Framework for improved care offered by lessons learned managing geriatric patients

DUH! of the week....

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In a report published online in the Journal of General Internal Medicine, the experts say studies have long shown that fragmented care, incomplete information "handoffs" and poor planning among community-based and home caregivers jeopardize health and safety.

Similarly, the team says, those with traumatic brain injuries,cancer, end-stage kidney failure, complicated diabetesheart disease, developmental disabilities and cerebral palsy need better coordination of their care across health care settings.