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| Research article summary (published 19 Aug 2002): |
Improving the quality of written information for patients.
Full Abstract
Good communication with patients is vital. A national audit reported that written information for patients was of poor quality (Audit Commission 1993):
this was followed by a number of interrelating studies reinforcing aspects of the report. This literature review has identified sufficient evidence to influence a change in practice. A protocol for the provision of written patient information is required, and this has been developed.
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Author information
Author/s: Nicklin, Joanna (J);
Affiliation: Bristol Royal Infirmary. joanna.nicklin(-atsign-)ubht.swest.nhs.uk
Journal and publication information
Publication Type: Journal Article
Journal: Nursing standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987) (Nurs Stand), published in England. (Language: eng)
Reference: 2002-Aug; vol 16 (issue 49) : pp 39-44
Dates: Created 2002/09/23; Completed 2002/10/16; Revised 2007/11/15;
PMID: 12242847, status: MEDLINE (last retrieval date: 11/6/2008)
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