Nutrition Care Given New Importance in JCAHO Standards

Darlene Dougherty, Robin Bankhead, Robert F. Kushner, Jay M. Mirtallo, Marion F. Winkler

Nutrition in Clinical Practice · 1995 · 13 citations · 0 references

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Abstract

In an unprecedented shift, the 1995 JCAHO manual focuses on performance rather than structure and process. It emphasizes the interdisciplinary delivery of care, including nutrition care. How will these new standards affect nutrition support professionals?