Person-centered care practices in long term care is a type of approach in health care services in which there is active participation of patients in their medical treatment in close partnership and cooperation with the health professionals including doctors, nurses and other health care workers.
This type of practices is based on the person's unique needs and his/her right to health. These should focus on the abilities of the person. The person - centered care practices is based on a holistic approach to health care that involves whole person into consideration. It looks beyond the illness or the symptoms of the patient. This type of approach includes the person's resources, wishes, health and well-being, social and cultural factors. There is focus on the emotional needs of patients and care preferences,consistent with their lifestyle. Person - centered care considers the person's relationships and the impact of other people, practices and environment on the individual.
In one to two paragraphs define and summarize what is meant by person-centered care practices in long term care
Define and describe culture change movement that is occurring in long term care organizations and connect this to person-centered care practices
Is there a relationship between person-centered care, culture change and the environment in long-term care communities? What are some of the physical manifestations of culture change in a long-term care community?
what is the connection between cultural change movement and person-centered care practices?
Is there a relationship between person-centered care, culture change and the environment in long-term care communities? What are some of the physical manifestations of culture change in a long-term care community, and how do those physical and staffing aspects change in a Green House community? Do you believe that these movements promote a more homelike environment, and quality of care for residents - why or why not?
Compare and contrast specific elements of person centered care philosophy with at least one other philosophy of care in long term care. What are similarities? What are some main differences if any?
7. In one or two paragraphs, define the term "microlending."
What is the purpose of incorporating evidence-based practices into the delivery of long-term care? A. To determine whether a person needs community-based or institutional services B. To ensure the delivery of total care C. To identify a patient's specific needs D. To improve the quality of care
what is meant by the continuum of institutional long term care. discuss the clinical services delivered by residential/personal care facilities, assisted living facilities and skilled nursing facilities.
Which of the following captures one of the values of person-centered care and planning? a. Emphasize diagnostic labels to facilitate acceptance of a diagnosis. b. Prioritize the expertise of the clinician in treatment planning. c. Define problem areas as a form of communication or need, not a deficit. d. Focus on the disease process as central to effective care delivery.
Investigate the infant care beliefs and practices of one cultural group in your community. Summarize the information gathered in your investigation, including references used. Describe how you would incorporate the cultural information gathered into a plan of care that respects the infant care beliefs and practices of parents from this culture.