Attitudes about death in the nursing home: a research note.
An increasing percentage of the U.S. population dies in nursing homes. Despite the increased attention given to the topic of death, most nursing homes practice a covert approach. A total of 86 residents and staff members from 2 nursing homes support this finding; yet many expressed an interest in modifying the policy. A majority believed that others should be told about the death of a resident. Respondents reported the interview process to be satisfying.
D000368:Aged; D001293:Attitude to Death; D006801:Humans; D009735:Nursing Homes