AI Article Synopsis
- The study examined a transitional care model aimed at improving outcomes for patients with congestive heart failure (CHF) during their shift from hospital to home.
- The model enhanced traditional discharge practices and included a research-backed educational program, implemented by regular nurses instead of specialists.
- Results indicated that patients experienced better health-related quality of life and a decrease in emergency room visits.
Article Abstract
This research brief reports on a study that evaluated the effectiveness of a transitional care model for patients with congestive heart failure (CHF). The model focused on improving the transition from hospital to home care by upgrading traditional discharge practices and implementing an evidence-based educational program. It used usual care nurses, rather than specialist nurses, to carry out the intervention. The study found that health-related quality of life improved and the number of emergency room visits was reduced.
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