Operationalization of the concept of 'nursing care dependency' for use in long-term care facilities.

摘要: Nursing care dependency and similar terms are frequently used in nursing literature. However, their meanings still to be adequately defined. This paper seeks operationalize the concept of for use long-term practice. An analysis dependency, specifically with regard care, will present a frame reference from which theoretical definition can stated. Variable dimensions, observable indicators means measuring presented. The concludes implications further research.