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Nurses' perceptions of their role in rehabilitation of the older person
1St Camillus Hospital, Limerick. kathburke@eircom.net
Aim:
The aim of the study was to explore nurses' perceptions of their role in rehabilitation of the older person.
Method:
Nine participants were interviewed in two rehabilitation units in Ireland. Data were transcribed and analysed using Colaizzi's (1978) framework.
Findings:
Three main themes emerged: care delivery, collaboration and autonomy/empowerment.
Conclusion:
Nurses have an important role in the rehabilitation of older people, which is often undervalued and ill-defined. Nurses need to recognise and articulate their contribution and value.
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