Australasian journal on ageing
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To measure comprehensive medical assessment (CMA) completions among aged care residents in Australia; and to report the outcomes of a CMA service trial. ⋯ CMA rates are low. New approaches to achieving higher CMA rates, utilising information technology, hold promise. Strategies for ongoing monitoring of care to follow-up problems identified are required to achieve measurable improvements in residents' care and quality of life.
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To examine the utility of the Cornell scale for depression in dementia (CSDD), following its introduction as a routine measure in nursing homes. ⋯ Nursing homes need to document policies that will ensure best use is made of CSDD findings.