Rural Aged Care Providers' Engagement in Medication Communication During Transitions of Care: A Qualitative Study

Healthcare providers in rural aged care homes, particularly nurses, face challenges in medication communication during care transitions. Structured, collaborative strategies are needed to ensure consistent information sharing and proactive resident and family engagement, with opportunities to strengthen contributions from pharmacists and personal care assistants in supporting person-centred care.

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Australian Journal of Rural Health
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2026-03-08
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https://doi.org/10.1111/ajr.70161
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Geriatric Care and Nursing Homes
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Rural Aged Care Providers' Engagement in Medication Communication During Transitions of Care: A Qualitative Study

Alison Dowling, Elizabeth Manias
Australian Journal of Rural Health
Geriatric Care and Nursing Homes
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Rural Aged Care Providers' Engagement in Medication Communication During Transitions of Care: A Qualitative Study

Alison Dowling, Elizabeth Manias
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Abstract

Healthcare providers in rural aged care homes, particularly nurses, face challenges in medication communication during care transitions. Structured, collaborative strategies are needed to ensure consistent information sharing and proactive resident and family engagement, with opportunities to strengthen contributions from pharmacists and personal care assistants in supporting person-centred care.

Australian Journal of Rural HealthVol. 34(2)
Monash University (AU)
Monash University
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Geriatric Care and Nursing Homes
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