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Alzheimer's families: Decisions for caring

Department of Nursing Professional Development University of Chicago Hospitals

Margaret Douglas

School of Nursing Saint Xavier College Chicago, Illinois

In this article the authors discuss the complexities involved when the family of a pa tient with AD must make a decision about whether to care for the patient at home or to pursue institutionalization. The definition of behavioral intent is explored, and con crete interventions are discussed so that the home care professional may assist families during and after the decision making process.

Home Health Care Management & Practice, Vol. 3, No. 4, 65-71 (1991)
DOI: 10.1177/108482239100300412


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