SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE, 8 Jul. (EUROPA PRESS) –
The Health Department of the Government of the Canary Islands, under the General Directorate of Patients and Chronic Diseases of the SCS, has initiated the pilot phase of the AP_Cuida2 programme aimed at promoting the continuity of patient care post-hospital discharge. The programme was first introduced in January in the Basic Health Zone (ZBS) of Tamaraceite, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
This initiative is now fully operational in the Health Areas of Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, La Gomera, and El Hierro. Efforts are ongoing to implement it completely in Tenerife and La Palma, where trials are currently underway.
This deployment aligns with the SCS’s dedication to personalised care, enhanced coordination among healthcare sectors, and the crucial contribution of nursing, which adds value to the overall care provided.
Within this programme, discharged patients receive a follow-up call from their designated nurse at the healthcare centre to ensure seamless care continuation at their homes.
The AP_Cuida2 programme stands out as an innovative initiative designed to facilitate patient care continuity post-hospital discharge, seen as a pivotal element for optimising care, managing processes after discharge, preventing hospital readmissions and unwarranted emergency room visits, as well as addressing medication-related issues. It proves especially beneficial for patients dealing with chronic conditions and the elderly, fostering stronger relationships and trust between nursing staff and patients.
One of the principal objectives of the General Directorate of Patients and Chronic Diseases is to address care continuity across different levels, ensuring that pertinent clinical information of patients and the required care are easily accessible from both Primary Care and Hospital Care, particularly for patients needing hospitalisation due to acute or chronic conditions.
AP_Cuida2 aims to ensure patient safety and care quality, while reducing travelling, enhancing health service accessibility, and supporting the post-discharge monitoring of patient progress. This facilitates the implementation of mechanisms to address their health issues efficiently.
