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Using a practice development project to improve standards of care for people with dementia

01 October 2012

Nursing Older People

Residential homes

A multidisciplinary NHS specialist education and training team was set up to work with staff in the care home sector who are caring for older people with dementia....

Implementation of e-portfolios for the professional development of Admiral Nurses

24 January 2018

Nursing Standard

Evidence & practice

Nurses are required to maintain their fitness to practise through continuing professional development activities, and must demonstrate this by maintaining a...

Transforming dementia care in acute hospitals

16 September 2015

Nursing Standard

Art & Science

This article provides an overview of current developments to support improvements in dementia care in acute general hospital settings. It considers the urgent need...

Meeting the needs of patients with dementia to reduce hospital stays: a qualitative exploration of patient pathways and services

06 August 2024

Mental Health Practice

evidence and practice

Background Admission to hospital can be harmful and distressing for people with dementia, so it is important to investigate and improve acute care provision for this...

The effect of a leadership support programme on care home managers

29 January 2018

Nursing Older People

Evidence & practice

Aim To explore the effect of the My Home Life 12-month leadership support programme on care home managers’ leadership skills and professional development, and their...