Visiting time preferences of patients, visitors and staff
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A study is conducted to obtain the views of patients, visitors and nursing staff regarding visiting hours. It is concluded that nurses, patients and visitors did not prefer open visiting as first choice, preferring to have a rest period, which highlights the need to consult with service users.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2005
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Views on dignity in providing health care for older people
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A study is conducted to explore the salience and meaning of dignity and dignified care for care providers and the implications for the provision of care. The results indicate that despite the appropriate intentions of providers, older people were not consistently provided with dignified care.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2005
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Reducing the impact of stroke: a 10-year action plan
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The article discusses the role of the nurse in providing prompt attention and emergency care to patients with a stroke. The step is a part of a 10-year plan by the Department of Health to reduce neurological disability and increase public awareness.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2007
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