Abstract

Our population is ageing and the impact on public health and social services is considerable. Older patients who attend A&E are more likely to be admitted and have a longer length of stay. Our aim was to provide a comprehensive geriatric assessment in the emergency department (ED) for the older frail patients who attend ED. Our specific aims were to instigate appropriate assessments and facilitate early discharge, and to reduce the …

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