Residents who make decisions reveal healthier, happier attitudes.
Resident participation implies that all parties see themselves as contributing to decision making and think that their participation will make a difference. A nursing home where residents participate with care providers is a community of openness, information sharing and mutual respect. Having residents participate in their care as well as in care-giving policies and procedures improves quality of care, increases residents' sense of involvement and creates an environment that is more satisfactory for all involved. Health promotion programs are a good method for increasing participation.
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Nursing, Richmond, USA.
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