Community care has little effect on quality of life
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People with learning disabilities who are discharged from hospital into the community do not improve their skills or quality of life, according to a study of 214 such patients. A large number of the patients still found it difficult to carry out social functions such as cooking one year after being discharged into the community. Twenty percent of patients were found to be potentially dangerous, with 25 patients perceived as more dangerous in the community than they had been in hospital. None of the patients had become homeless or imprisoned.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 1996
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Unit-linked excellence
Article Abstract:
Elderly patients and staff would benefit greatly from the introduction of more clinical-based practises in a nursing home. One way to ensure a high standard of service delivery is for the management of the nursing home to apply for accreditation from the Centre for the Development of Nursing Policy and Practice. The policy unit expects a set of 15 criteria to be attained before accreditation can be given, providing a challenging yet rewarding experience for all involved in the nursing home.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 1999
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