title: Evaluation of a planned change on a long-stay rehabilitation ward.
abstract: This is an attempt to evaluate the results of planned changes on a long-stay rehabilitation ward in a traditional mental hospital in England. The ward was housing a mixture of groups of patients of differing types and needs. The results of our study suggest that it is possible to improve patient care and staff morale on similar wards without extra staff, money or structural changes. Good planning, collaborative teamwork and dedication were the main tools.
mesh_terms: D000059:Accidents; D014151:Anti-Anxiety Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D004363:Drug Utilization; D006040:Goals; D006742:Hospital Bed Capacity; D006757:Hospital Units / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006778:Hospitals, Psychiatric / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006801:Humans; D007902:Length of Stay; D008134:Long-Term Care / Q000458:organization & administration; D001523:Mental Disorders / Q000534:rehabilitation*
chemical_list: D014151:Anti-Anxiety Agents