Based on these different outcomes we then decided for adequate cut-offs to define "frequent attendance" and "frequent attenders (new)".
Traditionally, "frequent attendance" and "frequent attenders" are defined counting patient contacts within an arbitrarily defined time period.
The aim of this study was to develop an inter-contact time measure, intending a new definition of "frequent attendance" and "frequent attenders".
Research on frequent attenders in general practice demonstrated that frequent attendance was associated with social factors, such as low social support or unemployment [ 17].
Frequent attendance in general practice was associated with attending these other services (p= 0.009).
To describe the basis on which our knowledge of frequent attendance in general practice rests and to propose recommendations for further research on frequent attenders (FAs).
She said the home does not require frequent attendance checks, partly because "patients are not prisoners".
Frequent attendance at special Saturday classes had no effect on English performance, but some benefits for math.
It better meets the needs of patients with long-term conditions and reduces other reasons for frequent attendance at general practice.
Frequent attendance is a well-known phenomenon in health care systems.
More frequent attendance at church services (compared to natives), coupled with less prayer habits, therefore points toward the dominance of the bridging component.
