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Resident councils are federally mandated programs for all Medicare-Medicaid long-term care facilities. Nurses frequently hear resident complaints during routine care, yet concerns often never reach those with the authority to address them. Resident councils provide a way to identify issues, promote resident autonomy, and improve quality of life.
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