Nursing older people
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Nursing older people · Nov 2003
ReviewSundowning in older people with dementia: evidence base, nursing assessment and interventions.
Sundowning is a phenomenon infrequently discussed in UK nursing literature but is a serious cause of distress for many older people and their carers. This article addresses some of the causes of sundowning and suggests ways in which nurses may contribute to better management of the condition.
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Too many older people are still waiting longer than is necessary to be discharged from hospital, according to MPs.