Quality of Care Transition for COVID-19 Patients in a University Hospital in Southern Brazil

Abstract

ABSTRACT Objective: To assess the quality of care transition from hospital to home for COVID-19 patients. Method: A cross-sectional study conducted at a University Hospital in Southern Brazil, involving 78 patients discharged after COVID-19 hospitalization. Data collection was performed via telephone using the Brazilian version of the Care Transitions Measure (CTM-15). Data were analyzed using descriptive and analytical statistics. Results: The mean quality of care transition was 70.8 on a scale ranging from zero to 100, indicating moderate quality of care transition. The highest score was attributed to factor 1, “Preparation for self-management,” and the lowest to factor 4, “Care Plan.” Conclusions: It is important to enhance communication and support provided to patients during the transition process, especially regarding understanding prescribed medications and the development of clear care plans.

Keywords

• Transitional Care
• COVID-19
• Patient Discharge
• Continuity of Patient Care
• Hospitals
• University