Using rapid-cycle quality improvement methodology to reduce feeding tubes in patients with advanced dementia: before and after study

AUTOR(ES)

Monteleoni, Carol

FONTE

BMJ Publishing Group Ltd.

RESUMO

Problem Despite lack of evidence that enteral feeding tubes benefit patients with dementia, and often contrary to the wishes of patient and family, patients with dementia who have difficulty swallowing or reduced food intake often receive feeding tubes when hospitalised for an acute illness.

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