The implementation of integrated emotion-oriented care: Did it actually change the attitude, skills and time spent of trained caregivers?

Authors :: van der Kooij, Ch
Dröes, Rm
de Lange, J
Ettema, Tp
Cools, Hjm
van Tilburg, W
Source :: Dementia (14713012); Sep2013, Vol. 12 Issue 5, p536-550, 15p
Publication Year :: 2013
Abstract: The article discusses a study which investigated the implementation of integrated emotion-oriented care (IEOC) in psychogeriatric nursing home wards. Staff from 16 wards were trained to work with a standardized care plan before the experimental period. It was concluded that the implementation of IEOC was effective.

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