Nurse bridge program aims to keep seniors out of hospital
NCT ID NCT02421133
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a transitional care program for patients aged 75 and older leaving the hospital. A nurse created a care plan, contacted their primary doctor, and arranged a follow-up visit. The goal was to see if this reduces unplanned hospital readmissions or emergency visits within 30 days. 630 patients took part across several hospitals.
What this could mean
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Active substance
transitional care program
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could reduce avoidable hospital readmissions in older adults, improving their recovery at home.
What could go wrong
This is a completed study, so results are available but may not apply to all hospitals or patients. The intervention is complex and may be hard to replicate widely.
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Locations
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CH Bourg-en-Bresse
Bourg-en-Bresse, 01012, France
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CH Gériatrique des Monts d'Or
Albigny-sur-Saône, 69250, France
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CH Saint-Chamond
Saint-Chamond, 42400, France
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CH Villefranche
Villefranche, 69655, France
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CHG Annecy
Pringy, 74374, France
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Centre Hospitalier Alpes Léman
Contamine-sur-Arve, 74130, France
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Centre Hospitalier Lyon Sud
Pierre-Bénite, 69495, France
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Clinique des portes du sud
Vénissieux, 69200, France
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Hôpital Édouard Herriot
Lyon, 69437, France