Theme |
From the point of view of individualization and standardization -- New role of nursing and diversification of renal replacement therapy |
Title |
Current status of social support for elderly dialysis patients |
Author |
Daisuke Toyomasu |
Akebono Clinic |
Author |
Motoko Tanaka |
Department of Nephrology, Akebono Clinic |
Author |
Kazuko Ito |
Department of Nephrology, Akebono Clinic |
Author |
Sawako Goto |
Consultation Support Room (care manager), Akebono Clinic |
Author |
Junya Ishimoto |
Consultation Support Room (social worker), Akebono Clinic |
Author |
Kazunori Matsushita |
Consultation Support Room (care manager), Akebono Clinic |
[ Summary ] |
The number of elderly dialysis patients has grown in Japan. Many factors problems must be considered to provide services to these patients. Medical social workers must recognize the individual needs of patients and develop good relationships between these patients and medical providers. |