Autonomy for nursing home residents: The role of regulations

摘要: The importance of autonomy and choice to nursing home residents' well-being has been well established. This paper examines the complex role regulation as it affects residents. Nonstandardized interviews with residents, family members, staff administrators were conducted at three homes in suburban Maryland. These anecdotal identified most problematic areas where regulations enforce barriers control. include: scheduling activities daily living, food portions, physical environment, documentation. Suggestions for possible improvements are discussed.