Research data obtained during care planning projects result in increased capacity to assess pain in cognitively impaired older persons
RIS ID
32268
Abstract
A care planning guidance tool (CPGT) was developed as part of a local Palliative Care Planning Project. The Guidelines to a Palliative Approach in Residential Aged Care was utilized to provide the underpinning knowledge framework. Prior to piloting implementation, two preliminary steps needed to be undertaken: (i) a pre-implementation documentation audit across the three participating facilities, and (ii) education to all staff about the CPGT and its use.
Publication Details
P. Abbington, A. Westera & A. Stones, "Research data obtained during care planning projects result in increased capacity to assess pain in cognitively impaired older persons", Australian Association of Gerontology 42nd National Conference, 25-27 Nov 2009, Canberra, Australia. Australasian Journal on Ageing 28 s2 (2009) A90-A90.