In Chile, there exists limited knowledge about quantity and life conditions of old people living in nursing homes. Also, there may be insufficient supervision and directions on how to run a long stay residential. Lack of information may not facilitate the process of selecting a nursing home. Regarding this process, support and education for families attains great importance. As a way of providing information and promote the educative role of healthcare professionals, this document intends to provide general guidelines to considerate for an appropriate nursing home selection.
Keywords:
Anciano, Hogares para Ancianos, Instituciones Residenciales
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