A communication skills training program improved community aged care staff knowledge and care experiences in a randomized-cohort controlled trial¶

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q3 i? Conway et al. (2016) found improved knowledge scores immediately post training (p = 0.002) and at 3-month follow-up (p = 0.001) for the training group, with no significant difference for the control group on any measures. → Kay Kelly 2023

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Kay Kelly 2023¶

Kay Kelly, Metersky Kateryna, Smye Victoria, McGrath Colleen, Johnson Karen, Astell Arlene, Sun Winnie, Bartfay Emma. (2023). A scoping review to inform the development of dementia care competencies. Dementia. https://doi.org/10.1177/14713012231165568

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A multi-centre-controlled pretest/post-test design with randomized cohort allocation evaluated a communication skills training program with n = 38 community aged care staff (training n = 22; control n = 16). The review reports "Improved knowledge scores from baseline found for training group" with the printed p values; no effect sizes are printed.

"Improved knowledge scores from baseline found for training group immediately post training (p = 0.002) and at 3-months follow up (p = 0.001). Training effect for self-efficacy (p = 0.024), strain in nursing care (0.023) and preparedness to provide care (p = 0.007). No significant difference for the control group on any measures."

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