Degrees and diplomas do not ensure good, or even adequate, care is given. Washing, toileting, feeding and supervisory requirements, along with bed-sore prevention and general cleanliness (which would prevent the epidemiclike spread of superbugs like MRSA) are essential elements in the care of elderly people who are mentally or physically frail.
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