title: How to promote quality of care and preserve patient autonomy.
abstract: This article explores the relationship between the provision of a quality service and the promotion of patient autonomy. The key issue of meeting patients' actual needs while maintaining their self-worth within a budget-conscious environment is examined.
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authors: McCormack
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D005260:Female; D006295:Health Resources / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D006801:Humans; D007389:Internal-External Control; D009732:Nursing Care / Q000592:standards*; D010358:Patient Participation; D011369:Professional-Patient Relations; D011787:Quality of Health Care