Family members ’ expectations regarding nurses’ competence in care homes: a qualitative interview study

ConclusionsFamily members’ expectations reflect the need for ethical and interactional competence in the care home. In addition, evidence‐based practice competencies are required to provide high‐quality care. Nurses’ ability to provide person‐centred, individual and holistic care is vital to ensure care home residents’ well‐being.

Source: Scandinavian Journal of Caring Sciences - September 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Outi Kiljunen, P äivi Kankkunen, Pirjo Partanen, Tarja Välimäki Tags: Empirical Studies Source Type: research