Maintaining dignity

Maintaining dignity

Guidance,
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This resource highlights the importance of maintaining dignity for older people in aged care, focusing on how technology use can impact their sense of autonomy and respect. It advises service providers to make sure technological solutions enhance care quality without compromising the dignity of those receiving care.

Author
External resource
External Link
https://www.ariia.org.au/knowledge-implementation-hub/technology-in-aged-care/human-factors-evidence-themes/maintaining-dignity
Standard
1: The Individual
Outcomes
1.2: Dignity, respect and privacy
Maintaining dignity

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