title: Closing the distance.
abstract: Geriatric technicians work in the field, providing a link between care providers and rural elderly patients. In this study, the new role enhanced patient outcomes and satisfaction.
authors.affiliation: Mary Black School of Nursing, University of South Carolina Spartanburg, USA.
authors.forename: S E
authors.initials: SE
authors.lastname: Anderson
authors.forename: B
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Brewer
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Stein
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D005851:Geriatric Nursing / Q000193:education*; D018576:Home Health Aides / Q000193:education* / Q000458:organization & administration; D006801:Humans; D007587:Job Description; D015403:Nursing Evaluation Research; D012423:Rural Health