What is the experience of being readmitted to hospital for people 65 years and over? A review of the literature.

摘要: Aim: To explore the experience of readmissions to hospital from perspective older adults.Methods: A systematic review with an interpretative approach was conducted. CINAHL, Embase, and Medline were consulted in October 2016.Results: Six studies data collection between 2004 2013 fit relevant criteria included a total 68 adults. Two overarching themes developed subthemes: Experience during initial stay distinguished by exclusion (Feeling powerless; Feeling disregarded; Perception readiness for discharge); Patients uncertainty following discharge (Perception that community-based services are not available or adequate; is only safe place; Difficulty adapting “new normal”).Conclusions: cycle exists beyond. The being readmitted challenging, mostly perceived as negative, and, existential, emotional psychological well-b...