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https://doi.org/10.5937/afmnai41-51425

Addressing the unique needs of older adults in the emergency department: An important yet neglected issue

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Assad Touraj
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Abstract

As the number of older adults seeking care in emergency departments (EDs) continues to rise, it is imperative that we prioritize research and reforms to enhance geriatric emergency care. The challenges facing older patients in the ED are multifaceted and complex.

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