Evaluating the Implementation of the Conversation Starter Kit in Long Term Care

• Main Authors: Sharon Kaasalainen RN, PhD (Author), Tamara Sussman MSW, PhD (Author), Maria Nicula BSc (Author), Jack Lawrence BSc (Author), Genevieve Thompson RN, PhD (Author), Lynn McCleary RN, PhD (Author), Abigail Wickson-Griffiths RN, PhD (Author), John J. You MD, MSc (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: SAGE Publishing, 2021-10-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Introduction Advance care planning can improve the quality of life for residents in long-term care homes and reduce stress for families. However, care home staff and families often lack knowledge about advance care planning, making it especially difficult for residents with dementia to communicate t...