scholarly journals Junior doctors and improving the quality of care for older people in hospital

2016 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 103-105
Author(s):  
James Fisher ◽  
James George
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Care ◽  
Older People ◽  
Junior Doctors ◽  
Care For Older People

Exploring caregivers' perspectives on improving care for older people at the end of life in Thailand

2019 ◽  
Vol 25 (7) ◽  
pp. 326-332
Author(s):  
Kanyanat Supaporn ◽  
Sang-arun Isaramalai ◽  
Wandee Suttharangsee
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Care ◽  
Older People ◽  
End Of Life ◽  
Care Quality ◽  
Ageing Population ◽  
Home Setting ◽  
Experience Of Care ◽  
Care Recipients ◽  
Care For Older People

Background: Older people in Thailand receive general medical and social care at the end of life, and many rarely access palliative services. In light of this, improving the quality of care for the ageing population relies on addressing the needs of family caregivers, who provide the majority of care in a home setting. Understanding caregivers' perspectives when caring for a friend or relative will help to improve the quality of care that they provide. Aim: To explore caregivers' perspectives on improving care for older people in Thailand in the palliative stage. Methods: A qualitative study using in-depth interviews and observation of 10 older people in the palliative stage and their caregivers was undertaken. Data were analysed using content analysis. Findings: Data analysis revealed three themes: caregivers cared to repay the older person's previous kindness, caregivers cared and changed their caregiving behaviour to minimise the older person's perception of being abandoned or being a burden, and to follow Thai ancestral traditions, so that the older person could die peacefully. Conclusion: This study provides specific instructions for those who provide care for older Thai people in the palliative stage. Finding ways to address caregivers' perspectives on improving care quality could enhance the experience of care recipients.

Process Quality Indicators Targeting Cognitive Impairment to Support Quality of Care for Older People with Cognitive Impairment in Emergency Departments

2015 ◽  
Vol 22 (3) ◽  
pp. 285-298 ◽  
Author(s):  
Linda M. Schnitker ◽  
Melinda Martin-Khan ◽  
Ellen Burkett ◽  
Elizabeth R. A. Beattie ◽  
Richard N. Jones ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Quality Of Care ◽  
Older People ◽  
Quality Indicators ◽  
Emergency Departments ◽  
Process Quality ◽  
Care For Older People

scholarly journals Structural Quality Indicators to Support Quality of Care for Older People With Cognitive Impairment in Emergency Departments

2015 ◽  
Vol 22 (3) ◽  
pp. 273-284 ◽  
Author(s):  
Linda M. Schnitker ◽  
Melinda Martin-Khan ◽  
Ellen Burkett ◽  
Caroline A. Brand ◽  
Elizabeth R. A. Beattie ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Quality Of Care ◽  
Older People ◽  
Quality Indicators ◽  
Emergency Departments ◽  
Structural Quality ◽  
Care For Older People
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