The Significant Otherʼs Role in Improving Quality of Life in Persons with AIDS Dementia Complex

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This article contains a description of how social support systems criteria can be used by nurses as a framework to include significant others in the care of their loved ones with AIDS. Nursing care parameters are identified to facilitate mutual planning among persons with AIDS dementia complex. their significant others and nurses throughout disease progression. Incorporation of the nursing intervention protocols will improve quality of life by preparing for possible alterations in mental status should dementia occur A case study is presented to illustrate use of the intervention protocol.

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