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Determining Patient Activation Levels Among Patients Who Are Receiving Rehabilitation Services In A Rehabilitation Or Long-Term Care Facility, Danielle S. Vittatoe
Determining Patient Activation Levels Among Patients Who Are Receiving Rehabilitation Services In A Rehabilitation Or Long-Term Care Facility, Danielle S. Vittatoe
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Research shows that one of the major contributors for an extended stay in a long-term care facility is lack of knowledge regarding goals for rehabilitation after being discharged from an acute care facility. It is important to determine patients’ levels of engagement because individuals who are actively involved in discharge planning and rehabilitation goals are able to manage their ongoing care more effectively, which results in increased quality of life. The data was collected using a survey method and the instrument used was the Patient Activation Measure or PAM which is a highly accurate and reliable tool. The 22 question …