Missed Nursing Care Among Patients With Dementia During Hospitalization: An Observation Study.
Res Gerontol Nurs
; 14(3): 150-159, 2021.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-1278555
ABSTRACT
Patients with dementia (PwD) are characterized as a vulnerable group as they are unable to communicate their needs, putting them at risk for care omissions. The current study aimed to explore care toward PwD and detect if any aspects of care are omitted. An observation study was conducted in three medical-surgical adult wards of an acute general hospital. Data were collected by an observer, through field notes, and were analyzed with content analysis. A face scale was used to assess PwD's mood. Thirteen PwD were observed for 90 hours. Four thematic areas were identified (a) Unmet Fundamental Patient Needs, (b) Human Right to Dignity and Respect, (c) Communication Deficiencies, and (d) Implementation of Nursing Interventions. Nurse-patient contact lasted from 5 to 7 minutes and numerous care omissions were noted. The face scale assessment revealed that most PwD looked very sad after nursing care. This study enriches insight for the care of PwD during hospitalization and emphasizes the need for health care workers' education and support. [Research in Gerontological Nursing, 14(3), 150-159.].
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International databases
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MEDLINE
Main subject:
Dementia
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Nursing Care
Type of study:
Observational study
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Prognostic study
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Qualitative research
Limits:
Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
Res Gerontol Nurs
Journal subject:
Nursing
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Geriatrics
Year:
2021
Document Type:
Article
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