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Implementing The Tcare Protocol In A Memory Program, Meaghan E. Knakal
Implementing The Tcare Protocol In A Memory Program, Meaghan E. Knakal
College of Nursing and Health Sciences Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Project Publications
Purpose: This project created a protocol for use of the Tailored Caregiver Assessment and Referral Evaluation (TCARE)® screening tool in a Memory Program for assessing for caregiver stress in informal caregivers.
Methods: The TCARE® screening tool was researched, and then a protocol for use by nurse practitioners was created. Approval from the academic and hospital organization was received and the TCARE ®protocol for use was implemented in a Memory Program. Two PDSA cycles were utilized to evaluate this intervention. Findings were analyzed for sustainability and contribution to the clinical setting.
Results: All caregivers (n = 5) who completed the TCARE® …