299 OLDER PERSONS’ EXPERIENCES AND PERSPECTIVES OF COMPREHENSIVE GERIATRIC ASSESSMENT

Abstract Background There is an abundance of evidence to demonstrate the positive impacts Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA) on clinical and process outcomes for older adults across settings care. However, it unclear how themselves view CGA their experiences care process. The aim this qualitative synthesis explore perspectives CGA. Methods A comprehensive literature search was completed MEDLINE, CINAHL, PsycINFO, PsycARTICLES Social Sciences Full Text. Qualitative or mixed methods studies that included data were included. methodological quality appraised using Critical Appraisal Skills Programme checklist research. Findings synthesised thematic analysis Results Nine in synthesis, including where hospital, outpatient assessment unit home settings. Divergent reported. Older reported being respected listened during attention paid all issues priorities. Good communication by healthcare providers central these (theme 1). In contrast, about perceived benefits CGA, feeling outcome did not align with priorities 2) involved decision making 3) also commonly Conclusion indicate a which can felt to. scope exists further improve adults’ Enhanced provider facilitation adult involvement decision-making are priority areas improvement. Further research should focus exploring other stakeholder groups caregivers professionals.