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ABSTRACT Patient safety attendants (PSAs) provide constant direct observation to patients who have cognitive impairments or thoughts. Some estimates report that an acute care hospital in the United States may spend more than $1 million annually on PSAs, an expenditure often not reimbursed. With no national defined standards to regulate or monitor PSA use, this study sought to determine the impact of COVID-19 on a PSA reduction program in a large Midwestern healthcare system.
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- Lisa B E Shields
- Lisa B.E. Shields is a medical research associate at Norton Neuroscience Institute, Louisville, Ky. Tiffany Lawson is a nurse manager for neuro spine at Norton Hospital, Louisville, Ky. Dr. Kimberly Flanders is the vice president of patient care services at Norton Hospital, Louisville, Ky
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Hebb A, Kistler M, George E, Zamboni B. Satisfaction and Technology Acceptance of Staff Regarding Use of Continuous Video Monitoring in Comparison With Sitters. J Nurs Adm 2021; 51:60-62. [PMID: 33449593 DOI: 10.1097/nna.0000000000000970] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to determine staff satisfaction and technology acceptance of continuous video monitoring (CVM) in comparison to sitters. BACKGROUND Traditionally, sitters have been used to prevent falls in hospitals. Continuous video monitoring has emerged to reduce costs associated with sitters while maintaining safety. METHODS A descriptive online survey using a modified version of the Technology Acceptance Model was used to gain insight on technology acceptance and satisfaction levels of clinical staff related to CVM. RESULTS Only 12.73% found CVM to be as effective as sitters. Statistical significance was shown comparing sitters with CVM. A positive correlation was found with perceived ease of use and perceived usefulness of CVM. CONCLUSIONS Understanding staff satisfaction and technology acceptance is imperative for nurse leaders and administration when implementing new technologies.
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- Abigail Hebb
- Author Affiliations: Senior Clinician (Dr Hebb) and Programmatic Nurse Specialist (Dr George), UPMC Shadyside Hospital; and Program Director of Healthcare Data Analytics and Health Management (Dr Kistler), and Mathematics and Data Analytics Department Chair (Dr Zamboni), Carlow University, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This study was conducted while Dr. Hebb was a DNP student at Carlow University
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de Jong LD, Weselman T, Kitchen S, Hill AM. Exploring hospital patient sitters' fall prevention task readiness: A cross-sectional survey. J Eval Clin Pract 2020; 26:42-49. [PMID: 30788884 DOI: 10.1111/jep.13114] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2018] [Revised: 01/22/2019] [Accepted: 01/24/2019] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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RATIONALE, AIMS, AND OBJECTIVES Patient sitters provide one-to-one care for hospital patients at high risk of falls. The study aimed to explore patient sitters' task readiness to assist in fall prevention on hospital wards. METHOD We conducted a cross-sectional survey. Respondents were patient sitters working in five hospitals providing medical, surgical, and aged care. The survey was developed using a theory of health behaviour change and used closed and open-ended items. Qualitative data were analysed using deductive content analysis. RESULTS Participants (n = 90) identified that patient factors, such as confusion, were the most frequent cause of falls (n = 338, 74%); however, the most frequent strategies identified to prevent falls were focused on the environment (n = 164, 63%). The most frequent barrier participants identified to preventing falls (n = 124, 67%) also pertained to patients, including aggressive patient behaviours. In contrast, staff factors, such as handovers being adequate, were identified as the main enabler for sitters being able to complete their tasks effectively (n = 60, 81%). Participants strongly suggested (71%) that further, preferably practical, training would be helpful, even though 84% reported receiving prior fall prevention training. Nearly all participants (98%) were motivated to prevent their patients from falling. CONCLUSIONS There is a gap between what patient sitters report as the cause of falls (patient factors) and what was suggested to prevent falls (environment factors). Education and practical training addressing challenging patient behaviours may improve sitters' task readiness to assist in preventing falls on wards. Improving communication and cooperation between patient sitters and nursing staff is also important.
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Affiliation(s)
- Lex D de Jong
- School of Physiotherapy and Exercise Science, Faculty of Health Sciences, Curtin University, Bentley, Western Australia, Australia
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- School of Physiotherapy and Exercise Science, Faculty of Health Sciences, Curtin University, Bentley, Western Australia, Australia
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- Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Nedlands, Western Australia, Australia
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- School of Physiotherapy and Exercise Science, Faculty of Health Sciences, Curtin University, Bentley, Western Australia, Australia
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Coyle MA, Wilson V, Lapkin S, Traynor V. What are we asking for when requesting "Specialling" for the confused hospitalised older person? A concept analysis. Int J Older People Nurs 2019; 15:e12302. [PMID: 31885196 DOI: 10.1111/opn.12302] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2019] [Revised: 10/09/2019] [Accepted: 11/29/2019] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND/OR RATIONALE: "Specialling" is a common nursing practice in hospitals which entails the allocation of extra staff to be with an older person who is confused to maintain safety. Despite ongoing use, this practice has little evidence of effectiveness. To facilitate further investigation, a concept analysis of "specialling" was undertaken. AIMS The aim of this paper was to report on a concept analysis on the practice of "specialling" pertaining to older people who have cognitive impairment when in hospital. METHODS This study used Rodgers evolutionary approach to concept analysis to clarify the attributes, antecedents and consequences of the concept to determine a definition of "specialling." Web of Science (Core Collection and Web of Science Medline), CINAHL and SCOPUS databases were searched to identify relevant literature. Due to the scarcity of papers, the search was broadened to include all sources that could add understanding. FINDINGS A total of (n = 43) sources were identified. The attributes were themed to 5 categories: Labels and descriptions; the "Special" role; Patient safety; Patient care; and Communication. The antecedents to 2 themes: Patient characteristics; and Organisational risk. The consequences of "specialling" were diverse with 6 themes: the "Special" role; the Older persons experience; Costly; "Special" use and nursing beliefs; Safety outcomes; and Opportunities. DISCUSSION The process of concept analysis provided a means to identify knowledge gaps and practice challenges. The definition determined from this analysis has provided a reflective opportunity for clinicians and researchers to consider when implementing care initiatives to support older people in hospital. Important is the lack of person-centred approaches and the opportunities in developing nurse leadership through empowerment. The findings from this analysis will inform a PhD study. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE Nurses have an opportunity to lead care improvements by ensuring person-centred approaches in the care of older people with cognitive impairment.
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- Miriam Anne Coyle
- Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District, Bulli Hospital, Warrawong, NSW, Australia
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- Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District, DN&M District Nursing & Midwifery, Warrawong, NSW, Australia
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- School of Nursing, University of Wollongong, Liverpool, NSW, Australia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Wollongong, Liverpool, NSW, Australia
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Toye C, Slatyer S, Kitchen S, Ingram K, Bronson M, Edwards D, van Schalkwyk W, Pienaar C, Wharton P, Bharat C, Hill KD. Bed Moves, Ward Environment, Staff Perspectives and Falls for Older People with High Falls Risk in an Acute Hospital: A Mixed Methods Study. Clin Interv Aging 2019; 14:2223-2237. [PMID: 31908433 PMCID: PMC6927259 DOI: 10.2147/cia.s211424] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2019] [Accepted: 11/19/2019] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Falls remain an important problem for older people in hospital, particularly those with high falls risk. This mixed methods study investigated the association between multiple bed moves and falls during hospitalisation of older patients identified as a fall risk, as well as safety of ward environments, and staff person-centredness and level of inter-professional collaboration. METHODS Patients aged ≥70 years, admitted through the Emergency Department (ED) and identified at high fall risk, who were admitted to four target medical wards, were followed until discharge or transfer to a non-study ward. Hospital administrative data (falls, length of stay [LoS], and bed moves) were collected. Ward environmental safety audits were conducted on the four wards, and staff completed person-centredness of care, and interprofessional collaboration surveys. Staff focus groups and patient interviews provided additional qualitative data about bed moves. RESULTS From 486 ED tracked admissions, 397 patient records were included in comparisons between those who fell and those who did not [27 fallers/370 non-fallers (mean 84.8 years, SD 7.2; 57.4% female)]. During hospitalisation, patients experienced one to eight bed moves (mean 2.0, SD 1.2). After adjusting for LoS, the number of bed moves after the move to the initial admitting ward was significantly associated with experiencing a fall (OR 1.56, 95% CI 1.11-2.18). Ward environments had relatively few falls hazards identified, and staff surveys indicated components of person-centredness of care and interprofessional collaboration were rated as good overall, and comparable to other reported hospital data. Staff focus groups identified poor communication between discharging and admitting wards, and staff time pressures around bed moves as factors potentially increasing falls risk for involved patients. Patients reported bed moves increased their stress during an already challenging time. CONCLUSION Patients who are at high risk for falls admitted to hospital have an increased risk of falling associated with every additional bed move. Strategies are needed to minimise bed moves for patients who are at high risk for falls.
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- Christine Toye
- School of Nursing, Midwifery and Paramedicine, Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia 6102, Australia, Centre for Nursing Research, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Perth, Western Australia6009, Australia
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- Discipline of Nursing, College of Science, Health, Engineering & Education, Murdoch University, Perth, Western Australia 6150, Australia, Centre for Nursing Research, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Perth, Western Australia6009, Australia
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- Clinical Lead and Clinical Nurse Consultant in Falls Management, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Perth, Western Australia6009, Australia
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- Consultant Geriatrician, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Perth, Western Australia6009, Australia
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- Deputy Nurse Co Director, Medical Division, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Perth, Western Australia6009, Australia
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- Occupational Therapy Coordinator, Acute Services Emergency Department, Sir Charles Gardiner Hospital, Perth, Western Australia6009, Australia
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- Registered Nurse, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Perth, Western Australia6009, Australia
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- Project Officer, Nursing Research, Perth Children’s Hospital and Murdoch University, Perth, Western Australia6009, Australia
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- Project Officer, Centre for Nursing Research, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Perth, Western Australia6009, Australia
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- National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre, UNSW Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales2006, Australia
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- Rehabilitation, Ageing and Independent Living (RAIL) Research Centre, Monash University, Frankston, Victoria3199, Australia
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Francis-Coad J, Hang JA, Etherton-Beer C, Ellis A, Hill AM. Evaluation of care staff knowledge, confidence, motivation and opportunity for preventing falls in residential aged care settings: A cross-sectional survey. Int J Older People Nurs 2019; 14:e12224. [PMID: 30811899 DOI: 10.1111/opn.12224] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2018] [Revised: 11/10/2018] [Accepted: 12/31/2018] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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AIMS To explore care staff knowledge about falls and confidence, motivation and opportunity to undertake fall prevention strategies, in residential aged care (RAC) along with preferences for fall prevention education. BACKGROUND Falls account for the majority of adverse clinical events in RAC settings. Care staff in RAC settings are in a key position to influence residents' actions to prevent falls, provided they have the necessary knowledge and skills. METHODS A cross-sectional survey design with a purposive sample of 147 care staff at eight RAC facilities was undertaken in 2015. A custom-designed questionnaire examining knowledge, confidence, motivation and opportunity to undertake falls prevention strategies was used. RESULTS Only 39 (26.5%) care staff were aware that the residents they cared for were at high risk of falls. Care staff knowledge of intrinsic falls risk factors was very limited, for example, only 18 (13.53%) observed for side effects of medication and just four (1.04%) were aware of continence issues. Conflicting duties also limited care staff time to undertake falls prevention strategies. Preferences for falls prevention education indicated face-to-face interactive discussions in the workplace (n = 98, [66.7%]) with reminder posters displayed around the facility (n = 80, [70.8%]). CONCLUSIONS Residential aged care organisations need to engage with care staff to provide tailored falls education incorporating learning preferences and targeting knowledge gaps, to improve awareness of intrinsic risk factor impact and uptake of evidence-based prevention strategies. Despite care staff being highly motivated, they have limited opportunity to assist residents with fall prevention within their workload. RAC management and funding bodies must address opportunity for care staff to fulfil this crucial role to benefit resident safety. IMPLICATION FOR PRACTICE This study identified gaps in care staffs' knowledge and skills in undertaking falls prevention strategies in residential aged care settings. These findings will assist residential aged care organisations and health professional educators to design evidence-based falls prevention education tailored to their care staffs' needs and preferences to facilitate adoption.
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Affiliation(s)
- Jacqueline Francis-Coad
- School of Physiotherapy, Institute of Health Research, The University of Notre Dame Australia, Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia
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- School of Physiotherapy and Exercise Science, Faculty of Health Sciences, Curtin University, Bentley, Western Australia, Australia
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- School of Medicine and Pharmacology, The University of Western Australia, Crawley, Western Australia, Australia
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- Brightwater Care Group, Osborne Park, Western Australia, Australia
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- School of Physiotherapy and Exercise Science, Faculty of Health Sciences, Curtin University, Bentley, Western Australia, Australia
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