Abstract
This article considers the complexity of providing personal care for people with advanced dementia, including the need for expert nursing practice to assess and lead washing, dressing, continence care, nutrition and hydration. The contemporary evidence base for effective assessment, care planning, partnership working and evaluation of personal care for people with advanced dementia is presented, supported by sources of further information.
Original language | English |
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Pages | 1-15 |
Number of pages | 15 |
Volume | 32 |
No. | 5 |
Specialist publication | Nursing Older People |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 22 Sept 2020 |
Keywords
- dementia
- personal care