ArticleBMJ open2026
Qualitative study to explore which components of home-based primary care may reduce emergency department visits among older adults.
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Abstract
objectiveHome-based primary care has been suggested to reduce emergency department visits among vulnerable older adults but how it should be organised to achieve this effect is unclear. This study aimed to increase the understanding of how older adults receiving home-based primary care and their family caregivers' experience care during the period prior to an emergency department visit and to identify components of home-based primary care delivery that could help reduce such visits.
designQualitative study using semi-structured interviews with older adults receiving home-based primary care who had recently visited the emergency department, along with their family caregivers. Interviews were analysed using inductive thematic analysis.
settingInterviews were conducted in the homes of informants receiving home-based primary care in Region Stockholm, Sweden, 2022-2023.
participantsFourteen adults aged ≥65 years receiving home-based primary care who had visited an emergency department within the past 3 months were interviewed; seven interviews also included a family member.
resultsAn overarching theme,
conclusionTrust in both home-based primary care in general and in individual healthcare professionals is crucial in reducing emergency department visits among older adults receiving home-based primary care. Trust may be strengthened by accessible and competent care, familiarity with both general practitioners and the responsible nurse and working as a collaborative team.
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