InterRAI Acute Care Instrument for Seniors in Canadian Hospitals: Findings of an Inter-Rater Reliability Pilot Study.

Veronique M BoscartLinda Sheiban TaucarMichelle HeyerTabitha KellendonkKeia JohnsonMeaghan DaveyNancye PeelGeorge HeckmanJohn Hirdes

Published in: The Canadian journal of nursing research = Revue canadienne de recherche en sciences infirmieres (2020)

The interRAI AC instrument is reliable for use by trained nurses to conduct a comprehensive assessment. This instrument offers a standardized and efficient approach to assess for care and intervention priorities and could prevent adverse outcomes in hospitalized older adults.

Keyphrases

acute care
healthcare
patient reported outcomes
randomized controlled trial
palliative care
physical activity
mental health
quality improvement
resistance training
pain management
body composition