Characteristics and care trajectories of older patients in temporary stays in Denmark

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Authors

Hanin Harbi · Odense University Hospital

Carina Lundby · Odense University Hospital

Peter Bjødstrup Jensen · University of Southern Denmark

Søren Post Larsen · Sepragen Corporation (United States)

Linda Grouleff Rørbæk · Kommunedata (Denmark)

Lene Vestergaard Ravn‐Nielsen · Odense University Hospital

Jesper Ryg

Abstract

Patients in temporary stays are generally older individuals with multimorbidity and limited life expectancy. Most patients are admitted following hospital discharge, and their stays are often prolonged.

Topics & Keywords

Geriatric Care and Nursing Homes Frailty in Older Adults Emergency and Acute Care Studies

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: European Geriatric Medicine

Volume 16, Issue 4, pp. 1437-1445

DOI: 10.1007/s41999-025-01209-9

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