The implementation of primary nursing rather titan additional resources is the best way to improve patient care in hospitals, the Audit Commission concludes following a survey of wards in ten representative NHS hospitals. Using genuine case studies as examples, the report highlights how a patient-centred approach can be adopted by providing clearly written information to patients and relatives in care planning; having clear, simple discharge planning procedures; and having one nurse responsible for all decision-making for each patient.
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