Sociodemographic and health characteristics of older Chinese on admission to a nursing home: a cross-racial/ethnic study
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The investigation of sociodemographic characteristics and health status of older Chinese newly admitted to a nursing home and the comparison with the residents from other social/ethnic groups are discussed. The findings suggest that Chinese residents are as frail as other racial/ethnic residents on admission.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 0002-8614
Year: 2003
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Effectiveness of a multifaceted intervention on falls in nursing home residents
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The effectiveness of a multi-faceted, nonpharmaceutical intervention on incidence of falls and fallers is evaluated. The incidence density rate of falls and fallers that differed considerably between the control and intervention groups is discussed.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 0002-8614
Year: 2003
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Use of the agency for health care policy and research urinary incontinence guideline in nursing homes
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The use of the Agency for Health care Policy and Research Urinary Incontinence (UI) Guidelines in nursing homes is assessed. Results indicate that assessment and treatment of UI is manageable but quality is not adequate.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 0002-8614
Year: 2003
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