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Patient-provider partnership in a memory disorder center
Debra Hain1, Dorothy J Dunn, Ruth M Tappen
1Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, Florida, USA. dhain@fau.edu
Journal of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
|June 24, 2011
Summary
A nurse practitioner-led model in memory disorder centers enhances patient-provider partnerships. This collaboration improves care effectiveness and patient satisfaction by valuing patient input.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Nursing
- Healthcare Management
Background:
- Memory disorder centers face challenges in delivering patient-centered care.
- A nurse practitioner-based model offers a unique approach to managing complex patient needs.
- Effective patient-provider relationships are crucial for successful care delivery.
Observation:
- A case study approach was utilized to explore the implementation of a nurse practitioner-led model.
- The model emphasizes building partnership relationships with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Interdisciplinary staff collaboration and mutual respect were observed as key components.
Findings:
- Partnership models empower patients, giving them a greater voice in their care decisions.
- Open communication between patients, families, and practitioners leads to more effective care management.
- Valuing diverse expertise within interdisciplinary teams enhances overall care quality.
Implications:
- Fostering patient-provider partnerships significantly improves care effectiveness.
- Enhanced patient and family satisfaction is a direct outcome of collaborative care models.
- This model provides a framework for optimizing care delivery in memory disorder settings.
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