Meeting
Abstract Number: 94
SHM Converge 2023
Background: Hospital-associated disability (HAD) is the new loss of ability to complete one or more activities of daily living without assistance after hospital discharge and occurs in 31% of hospitalized patients. HAD and low mobility during hospitalization are associated with higher risk of readmission, permanent disability, new institutionalization, and death. Physical therapy (PT) is invaluable […]
Abstract Number: 198
SHM Converge 2023
Background: Advance care planning (ACP) informs future medical decision-making, particularly for hospitalized patients with older age or serious illness. The majority of end-of-life conversations are led by hospitalists in the inpatient setting. Despite the importance of ACP in end-of-life care, health disparities exist, with racial and ethnic minorities less likely to have advanced directives and […]