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Guideline inclusion criteria

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• Any patient that could benefit from regular monitoring, at a clinician's discretion, following an assessment.

• Safe and appropriate social situation/package of care.

• Has dexterity to use the devices OR has carer/next of kin who can support with using the devices.

• Registered with a Lewisham GP (and address.)

• Over 18 years of age.

• Has capacity to give consent OR a “best interests” decision has been made on their behalf.

 

Guideline exclusion criteria

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• Patient requires immediate or urgent lifesaving treatment/investigations via A+E/secondary care.

• Patient has dementia or other cognitive impairment or physical disability that prevents engagement with the service.

• Severe/acute mental health issues or substance abuse issues that are significant enough to greatly impact ability to maintain compliance and contact with clinicians.

• Patient is on an end of life care pathway.

 

All clinicians are asked to contact 0203 929 4999, 08.00 – 18.00, Monday to Sunday to refer a patient onto the NHS @home service.