Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Videos

Residency training in the nursing home setting.

C A Lund1

  • 1James A. Haley Veterans Hospital, Tampa, FL 33612.

Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association
|May 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

This study outlines the creation of a Nursing Home Care Unit at Tampa Veterans Hospital. It details the essential contributions of podiatric residents and their training programs to patient care within this specialized facility.

Related Concept Videos

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Predictors of sexual recidivism: did meta-analysis clarify the role and relevance of denial?

Sexual abuse : a journal of research and treatment·2000
Same author

Mentorship: Maslow and me.

Journal of continuing education in nursing·1993
Same author

Evaluating the effectiveness of an intravenous therapy team.

Nursing economic$·1993
Same author

Personal appearance overlooked in wound care.

Dermatology nursing·1993
Same author

Feeding strategy for dependent eaters.

Journal of the American Dietetic Association·1992
Same author

We made our skin care problems disappear.

RN·1987

Area of Science:

  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Podiatric Medicine
  • Healthcare Management

Background:

  • The establishment of specialized care units is crucial for addressing the complex health needs of elderly veterans.
  • Veterans in nursing home care often present with unique podiatric conditions requiring specialized attention.
  • Integrating residency programs into healthcare facilities enhances both resident training and patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the establishment and operational framework of the Nursing Home Care Unit at Tampa Veterans Hospital.
  • To elucidate the specific roles and responsibilities of podiatric residents within this unit.
  • To evaluate the impact of the podiatric residency program on patient care quality in a long-term care setting.

Main Methods:

  • The study involved a descriptive analysis of the Nursing Home Care Unit's inception.
  • It detailed the curriculum and clinical responsibilities assigned to podiatric residents.
  • Patient care protocols and resident supervision structures were examined.

Main Results:

  • The Nursing Home Care Unit was successfully established, providing a dedicated environment for veteran care.
  • Podiatric residents played a vital role in diagnosing and managing a range of foot and ankle conditions.
  • The residency program facilitated comprehensive, interdisciplinary care for patients within the unit.

Conclusions:

  • The integration of podiatric residency programs into Nursing Home Care Units is beneficial for patient care.
  • Specialized training for podiatric residents enhances their ability to manage geriatric foot conditions.
  • The Tampa Veterans Hospital model demonstrates a successful approach to veteran long-term care through specialized units and residency training.

Related Experiment Videos