Innovation and teamwork: introducing multidisciplinary team ward rounds.

Natalie Moroney; Charles Knowles

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Innovation and teamwork: introducing multidisciplinary team ward rounds.

April 26, 2006

Moroney N, Knowles C. Nursing management (Harrow, London, England : 1994). 2006;13(1):28-31.

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The authors describe the development, testing, and results of a multidisciplinary rounding initiative. They found that patients appreciated the rounds and that nurses felt more engaged, empowered, and respected.

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