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. 2020 Dec;61(12):661-664.
doi: 10.11622/smedj.2020178.

A dermatology health services study of nursing homes in Singapore

Adeline Mei Yen Yong  1 , An Jian Leung  2 , Nisha Suyien Chandran  1
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A dermatology health services study of nursing homes in Singapore

Adeline Mei Yen Yong et al. Singapore Med J. 2020 Dec.
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Flowchart shows operational workflow by nurses upon encountering a documented skin issue. *Empirical creams such as emollients, topical anti-fungals or a combination of topical steroids with topical anti-fungal and antibiotic agents. GP: general practitioner
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Chart shows admission diagnoses of patients with skin conditions.
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Chart shows dermatological diagnoses of patients with skin conditions.
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