Development of quality indicators for monitoring outcomes of frail elderly hospitalised in acute care health settings: Study Protocol

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Frail older people admitted to acute care hospitals are at risk of a range of adverse outcomes, including geriatric syndromes, although targeted care strategies can improve health outcomes for these patients. It is therefore importan...

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Main Authors: Travers Catherine M, Morris John N, Jones Richard N, Wright Olivia, Martin-Khan Melinda, Brand Caroline A, Tropea Joannne, Gray Leonard C
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-10-01
Series:BMC Health Services Research
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1472-6963/11/281