Describing people with cognitive impairment and their complex treatment needs during routine care in the hospital – cross-sectional results of the intersec-CM study
Abstract:Background: Cognitive impairment is an important determinant in health care. In the acute hospital setting cognition has a strong impact on treatment and care. Cognitive impairment can negatively affect diagnostics and treatment success. However, little is known about the individual situation and specific risks of patients with cognitive impairments (PCI) during hospital stays. The aim of the present research is to describe and analyze the treatment needs of PCI in acute hospital care. Methods: The analyses us… Show more
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