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RACGP aged care clinical guide (Silver Book) - Part B - Collaboration and multidisciplinary team-based care

RACGP aged care clinical guide (Silver Book) - Part B - Collaboration and multidisciplinary team-based care

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This guide focuses on collaboration and multidisciplinary care for older adults, particularly in residential aged care. It outlines the benefits of team-based care, effective team structures, shared goals, defined roles, building trust, communication, and measurable processes to improve health outcomes. It provides practical tips for effective teamwork and highlights the importance of coordinating care among various healthcare professionals.

Author
External resource
Key Theme
Care coordination and transitions
Delivering comprehensive care and services
Standard
5: Clinical Care
3: The Care and Services
7: The Residential Community
Outcomes
5.4: Comprehensive care
3.2: Delivery of funded aged care services
7.2: Transitions

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