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RACGP aged care clinical guide (Silver Book) - Part B - Principles of multimorbidity

RACGP aged care clinical guide (Silver Book) - Part B - Principles of multimorbidity

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This guide discusses managing multimorbidity, which involves the presence of multiple chronic diseases and their impact on older adults' quality of life and independence. It outlines the role of general practitioners in care coordination, shared decision-making, and holistic care approaches, considering the benefits and risks of interventions across residential and community care settings.

Author
External resource
Key Theme
Care coordination and transitions
Assessment and planning
Delivering comprehensive care and services
Standard
5: Clinical Care
Outcomes
5.4: Comprehensive care
RACGP aged care clinical guide (Silver Book) - Part B - Principles of multimorbidity

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