A model abuse prevention program for nursing assistants.
This article describes the development, implementation, and evaluation of a model abuse prevention curriculum designed for nursing assistants. Findings from the evaluation showed high satisfaction with the program and improvement on a number of indicators, including reduced conflict with and abuse of residents.
Pillemer
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Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853.
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D000368:Aged; D003479:Curriculum; D004552:Elder Abuse / Q000517:prevention & control*; D005069:Evaluation Studies as Topic; D006801:Humans; D017145:Models, Educational; D009728:Nursing Assistants / Q000193:education*; D009735:Nursing Homes; D010344:Patient Advocacy; D011897:Random Allocation; D012381:Role Playing