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Improving Communication Between Community Care Settings And Primary Care, Kristin Morgan
Improving Communication Between Community Care Settings And Primary Care, Kristin Morgan
College of Nursing and Health Sciences Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Project Publications
Background
In older patients with more complex and chronic health concerns, consistency and continuity of care is essential. Patients often live in assisted living residences or independently with support from programs such as Support and Services at Home (SASH), so nurses are available to address concerns and assist with certain aspects of care. Effective inter-professional communication is essential, but communication of assessments and coordinating care with participants’ primary care providers is complex.
Purpose
Improve efficiency and clarity of care-related communication for patient and care team by developing a system that standardizes and streamlines workflow and addresses current concerns.
Methods
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