Improved patient awareness of named nursing through audit
Abstract
Shebini, N. et al (2008) Improved patient awareness of named nursing through audit. This is an extended version of the article published in Nursing Times; 104: 21, 30-31.
The named nurse is an essential role in the delivery of patient care. This article explains the concept, its development and current implementation. It also reports on an audit of patient awareness of their named nurse, conducted in a mental health setting. The findings are discussed with suggestions for improvements to future practice.
Abstract
Shebini, N. et al (2008) Improved patient awareness of named nursing through audit. This is an extended version of the article published in Nursing Times; 104: 21, 30-31.
The named nurse is an essential role in the delivery of patient care. This article explains the concept, its development and current implementation. It also reports on an audit of patient awareness of their named nurse, conducted in a mental health setting. The findings are discussed with suggestions for improvements to future practice.
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