Experiences of Care in the Emergency Department Among a Sample of Homeless Male Veterans: A Qualitative Study

Homeless populations are historically high users of the emergency department for low-acuity issues that could be treated in more appropriate settings such as primary care. Veterans make up 11% of the homeless adult population and are often seen in community and Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) emergency departments. The purpose of this study was to describe the experiences of a sample of homeless male veterans as they attempt to access health care in the emergency department.
Source: Journal of Emergency Nursing: JEN - Category: Nursing Authors: Tags: Research Source Type: research