title: Changing work pattern in a geriatric unit and the effect of a day hospital.
abstract: Examination of data collected during domiciliary visits is a useful research technique. It has been used to examine the changing work pattern of a Geriatric Unit over 25 years. The importance of domiciliary visiting in the efficient use of medical facilities is emphasized.
mesh_terms: D000367:Age Factors; D000368:Aged; D003631:Day Care, Medical / Q000639:trends*; D005260:Female; D005853:Geriatrics; D006699:Home Care Services / Q000639:trends; D006701:Home Nursing / Q000639:trends; D006748:Hospital Departments / Q000706:statistics & numerical data / Q000639:trends*; D006760:Hospitalization / Q000639:trends*; D006801:Humans; D008131:London; D008297:Male