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Experiences of residents, family members and staff in residential care settings for older people during COVID-19: A mixed methods study.
Sweeney, Mary Rose; Boilson, Andrew; White, Ciara; Nevin, Mary; Casey, Briege; Boylan, Patrick; Staines, Anthony.
  • Sweeney MR; School of Nursing, Psychotherapy and Community Health, Dublin City University, Dublin, Ireland.
  • Boilson A; School of Nursing, Psychotherapy and Community Health, Dublin City University, Dublin, Ireland.
  • White C; School of Nursing, Psychotherapy and Community Health, Dublin City University, Dublin, Ireland.
  • Nevin M; School of Nursing, Psychotherapy and Community Health, Dublin City University, Dublin, Ireland.
  • Casey B; School of Nursing, Psychotherapy and Community Health, Dublin City University, Dublin, Ireland.
  • Boylan P; School of Psychology, Dublin City University, Dublin, Ireland.
  • Staines A; School of Nursing, Psychotherapy and Community Health, Dublin City University, Dublin, Ireland.
J Nurs Manag ; 30(4): 872-882, 2022 May.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-1731200
ABSTRACT

AIM:

The aim of this study was to explore the COVID-19 pandemic as it was experienced by people on the front line in residential care settings for older people in the Republic of Ireland (ROI).

BACKGROUND:

The COVID-19 pandemic had a disproportionate effect in residential care settings for older people in Ireland.

METHODS:

A two-phased mixed methods study was conducted, consisting of an online survey administered shortly after the first wave of the virus to staff, residents and family members and one-to-one interviews with family members shortly after wave 2 of the virus.

RESULTS:

Isolation, loss of connectedness as well as a reduction in the level/quality of care provision led to significant adverse impacts for both residents and their families. Staff reported high levels of stress, trauma and burnout. Family input to care was suspended, with adverse consequences.

CONCLUSION:

The pandemic had an extremely adverse impact on residents, family members and staff in care settings for older people. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING MANAGEMENT Strategies to ensure that residents' physical, emotional and social needs and staffs' professional and personal needs are appropriately supported during future waves of the pandemic should now be implemented.
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Full text: Available Collection: International databases Database: MEDLINE Main subject: COVID-19 Type of study: Observational study / Qualitative research Limits: Aged / Humans Language: English Journal: J Nurs Manag Journal subject: Nursing Year: 2022 Document Type: Article Affiliation country: Jonm.13574

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Full text: Available Collection: International databases Database: MEDLINE Main subject: COVID-19 Type of study: Observational study / Qualitative research Limits: Aged / Humans Language: English Journal: J Nurs Manag Journal subject: Nursing Year: 2022 Document Type: Article Affiliation country: Jonm.13574