Clinical Trial: The CHARM Study-Coordinating Transitions From Hospital for Older Adults With Fractures
Study Status: Completed
Recruit Status: RECRUITING
Condition: Fracture
Study Type: INTERVENTIONAL
Official Title: The CHARM Study-Coordinating Transitions From Hospital for Older Adults With Fractures: An Interventional Mixed Methods Study
Brief Summary:
Background: Fall-related injuries like fractures are on the rise among older adults in New Brunswick.These injuries can lead to hospitalization and adverse health effects.Moreover, transitions from acute care can be complicated and overwhelming, especially for patients and their families.Researching patient navigators as a means of enhancing inpatient care, while also ensuring successful transitions in care for patients, may have positive impacts and help older adults successfully age in place.Objective: This…
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