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Module 2: Direct Comprehensive Primary Care in the LTC Setting

Module 2: Direct Comprehensive Primary Care in the LTC Setting 30 2.3.1 Decision Making In nursing practice, decisions are guided by evidence & information and involves ongoing process that integrates: - Research - Clinical expertise - Client preferences - Relevant resources It is important to use a variety of evidence-informed sources which may include: - Best practice guidelines, including those from professional associations - Scholarly research - Current nursing texts - The client’s broader health care team - Provincial Nursing practice standards and guidelines - Information resources[1][2] Decisions & Prioritizing in LTC: - Acute/Episodic illness - New Diagnosis of Chronic Condition - Exacerbation/worsening of previous chronic conditions - Prognosis of illness and trajectory - Medication(s) adjustments and treatments - Primary Care and Preventative screening - Treatments and Diagnostic investigations - Life-Limiting Illness discussions[3] Consider the following to support & guide prioritization in your practice: - ABC’s - Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs - Care Planning Activities - M-A-A-U-A-R acronym[4]
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