Feasibility and impact of a short training course on frailty destined for primary health care professionals

Key summary points Aim We aimed to evaluate the feasibility and efficacy of a short training course on frailty destined for primary health care (PHC) professionals. Findings PHC professionals applied frailty screening strategies more frequently 3 months following the workshop compared to baseline and reported improvements in a) their familiarization with the frailty syndrome, b) self-perception of knowledge and skills to detect and manage frailty, and c) the attitude that frailty is an inevitable consequence of aging. Time restrictions was reported to be the main barrier to the application of frailty screening and management strategies. Message A short skill-oriented training course can significantly and sustainably improve PHC professionals’ attitudes and practices regarding frailty.