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J Aging Soc Policy ; 34(5): 673-689, 2022 Sep 03.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-34085597

ABSTRACT

Our objective was to identify the influencing factors associated with the implementation of the INTERACT (Interventions to Reduce Acute Care Transfers) Quality Improvement program within a national healthcare system. INTERACT focuses on early identification and management of changes in residents' condition leading to a reduction in potentially preventable hospital transfers. The Consolidated Framework was used to evaluate implementation data from eight VA Community Living Centers. Qualitative implementation data suggest two influencing Consolidated Framework domains had a strong influence: 1) key attributes of the intervention (e.g., adaptability or complexity) and 2) internal organizational factors (e.g., culture or compatibility). Using the Consolidated Framework can assist future adaptations to this and other complex quality improvement initiatives.


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Patient Transfer , Quality Improvement , Humans
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Clin Geriatr Med ; 35(2): 221-236, 2019 05.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-30929884

ABSTRACT

Falls frequently occur in persons with cognitive impairment, including delirium. This article presents a systematic review of the association between falls and delirium in adults aged 65 years or older. For the studies that compared falls and delirium, the risk ratio was consistently elevated (median RR 4.5, range 1.4-12.6) and statistically significant in all but one study. These results suggest that falls and delirium are inextricably linked. There is a need to further refine fall risk assessment tools and protocols to specifically include delirium for consideration as a risk factor that needs additional assessment and management.


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Accidental Falls/prevention & control , Delirium/complications , Delirium/prevention & control , Hospitalization , Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Geriatric Assessment , Humans , Risk Assessment , Risk Factors
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J Nurs Adm ; 49(2): 57-60, 2019 Feb.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-30664576

ABSTRACT

Research suggests that acute care patients cared for by baccalaureate-educated nurses have better outcomes. Directors of nursing (DONs) in skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) have lower rates of baccalaureate attainment than acute care nurses for unclear reasons. To understand the interest in advancing education, researchers surveyed SNF DONs in Connecticut to examine their beliefs about academic advancement and the impact of DON education on resident outcomes. Nearly 70% of participants with diplomas and associate degrees lacked interest in degree advancement and did not believe a baccalaureate degree is necessary for DONs or that DON level of education impacts resident outcomes. Alternatives to degree completion may include interventions to provide SNF DONs with skills for improving resident outcomes.


Subject(s)
Health Facility Administrators/education , Leadership , Nurse Administrators/education , Skilled Nursing Facilities/organization & administration , Connecticut , Humans , Nurse's Role
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Nurs Forum ; 54(2): 157-164, 2019 Apr.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-30536416

ABSTRACT

Natural disasters impact people of every age in the communities where they occur, with older adults being a vulnerable subset of the population. Most disaster shelter volunteer nurses are experienced in addressing common health needs of older adult clients such as diabetes, hypertension, and pulmonary disease. These nurses also have the requisite training to respond to more acute medical events, including the symptoms of a heart attack or stroke. They provide care and comfort to those suffering from the distress, anxiety, and fear caused by disasters. However, they may be less adept at triaging and caring for older adults with mental health conditions such as delirium, depression, or dementia. The trauma associated with a disaster and relocation will challenge cognitive abilities in those with dementia, may exacerbate existing depression, or lead to the onset of delirium, which is a medical emergency. Older adults experiencing these conditions are at risk for harm and deterioration with serious short and long-term consequences. Since disaster shelter volunteer health care staff may not be well-versed in distinguishing between dementia, depression, or delirium, behavior observation, and safety considerations are critical determinants of whether it is possible to support the older adult in the shelter environment or it is necessary to transition to a higher level of care.


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Delirium , Dementia , Depression , Disaster Victims/psychology , Emergency Shelter/organization & administration , Relief Work/standards , Aged , Delirium/diagnosis , Delirium/nursing , Delirium/psychology , Dementia/diagnosis , Dementia/nursing , Dementia/psychology , Depression/diagnosis , Depression/nursing , Depression/psychology , Disaster Planning/organization & administration , Female , Humans , Male , Natural Disasters , Relief Work/organization & administration , Risk Factors , Vulnerable Populations/psychology
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