Development of a scale to evaluate nurses' recovery orientation in the dementia care.

Unlabelled: WHAT IS KNOWN ON THE SUBJECT?: Much research has been conducted on the relationship between recovery orientation and people diagnosed with mental illnesses such as schizophrenia and mood disorders. A recovery-oriented approach by mental health professionals can reduce hospital stays and medical costs for people diagnosed with mental illness. There are similarities and differences between recovery-oriented approaches for individuals diagnosed with dementia and those diagnosed with mental illness.