What critical points on heart failure patient pathways have been identified as increasing the risk of unplanned admissions?
Research into heart failure patient pathways has identified several critical points that can increase the risk of unplanned admissions. These include symptom onset and diagnosis, understanding the term 'heart failure', and the implementation of evidence-based interventions. There can also be barriers to the implementation of evidence-based interventions, which can include lack of resources, lack of knowledge and awareness, and lack of support from healthcare professionals.