Caring for Peggy

Article Abstract:

A description is presented of the experiences of a nurse who is a member of the care team for an elderly patient who is terminally ill with cancer. The relationship which the care team build with the patient and her family is discussed.

Management, Services, Nurses, Cancer patients, Home care services, Home care

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Listen up, because it's going to be you one day

Article Abstract:

A description is presented of the poor standard of treatment received by a 74-year-old woman who broke her hip and was admitted to hospital. The importance of listening to the needs of elderly patients is discussed.

Standards, Column, Medical care

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Paws for thought

Article Abstract:

Scientific research has highlighted the potential dangers to human health of operating schemes which offer regular contact with animals for the elderly in hospitals.

Health aspects, Research, Hospitals, Human-animal relationships

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