Josefa González Santos

Protocolo para la implementación de terapias no farmacológicas (TNF) en centros residenciales

This research has been motivated by the need to address the development of a Protocol for The Implementation of NTF in homes for the elderly which will contribute to strength the concept of “patient adherence.” . The economic impact of non- adherence in elderly people is very high and impinges directly on increasing readmissions, hospitalizations, adverse medical outcomes, etc ... This Protocol is a proposal of action under European Innovation Partnership on Active and Healthy Ageing (EIP 2016-2018) and is classified as an improvement tool when addressing the principle of complementarily between pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapies, empowering patients with dementia and their careers, the models of quality services provided to residents, and active communication with the patient, professional, the health personalized itineraries, all assisted by the innovative use of ICT.