Academic emergency medicine : official journal of the Society for Academic Emergency Medicine
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Older adults in emergency departments (EDs) can have complicated health problems that defy straightforward diagnosis and management. Implementation of the 11 core principles in the geriatric emergency care model requires changes in care processes. The Domain Management Model (DMM) is one solution to organize care efficiently using a standard language. ⋯ Financial). Specific geriatric cases illustrate improved communication using these standard domains. This model can educate health care staff, facilitate team care, improve flow of relevant information, improve decision making, and facilitate more meaningful interactions with patients.