Nursing older people
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This article describes delirium and explains why its prevention is important. An enhanced educational package that was developed with care home staff to prevent delirium is outlined. The challenges and successes of the project are highlighted. Case studies and resources to enable healthcare workers to learn about delirium and take action to prevent it are provided.
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The aim of this study was to explore the presence of compassion fatigue in family carers who assist staff with care of older relatives in long-term settings. ⋯ Nurses working in long-term care settings should educate family carers about compassion fatigue, recognise its presence in them and provide support to family carers experiencing the condition.