Risks and older adults with atrial fibrillation in rural communities: an integration lens
Author:
Rush Kathy L,Oelke Nelly D,Reid R. Colin,Laberge Carol,Halperin Frank,Kjorven Mary
Abstract
Purpose
– Older adults with atrial fibrillation (AF) have put growing demands on a poorly integrated healthcare system. This is of particular concern in rural communities with rapid population aging and few healthcare resources elevating risk of stroke and mortality. The purpose of this paper is to explore healthcare delivery risks for rural older adults with AF.
Design/methodology/approach
– This qualitative study collected data from AF patients, healthcare providers and decision makers. Ten patients participated in six-month care journeys involving interviews, logs, photos, and chart reviews. In total, 13 different patients and ten healthcare providers participated in focus groups and two decision makers participated in interviews.
Findings
– Three key health service risks emerged: lack of patient-focussed access and self-management; unplanned care coordination and follow-up across the continuum of care; and ineffective teamwork with variable perspectives among patients, providers, and decision makers.
Originality/value
– This study extends the understanding of risks to the health system level. Results provide important information for further research aimed at interventions to improve health service delivery and policy change to mitigate risks for this population.
Subject
Public Administration,Sociology and Political Science,Health (social science)
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