Improving the hospital experience for older people.
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چکیده
The National Service Framework for Older People states that older people's care in hospital should be delivered by staff who have the right set of skills to meet their needs. This article outlines an innovative project to enhance the knowledge and skills of staff in Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Nursing times
دوره 102 2 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2006