RESUMO
The purpose of this study was to determine the impact of a genomic educational session by measuring participants' application of the class content to their nursing care. A sample of 65 psychiatric nurses participated in a staff development activity and completed a survey. Every respondent reported use of a genomic assessment or intervention with a patient from their clinical practice. The mean use of genomic assessment and intervention items was 5.5 out of the possible 10 which were identified and described in the educational session, providing evidence that nurses are able to include genomic assessments and interventions when caring for a patient with a psychiatric disorder.
Assuntos
Genômica/educação , Recursos Humanos de Enfermagem Hospitalar/educação , Enfermagem Psiquiátrica/organização & administração , Desenvolvimento de Pessoal/organização & administração , Estudos Transversais , Educação Continuada em Enfermagem , Humanos , Avaliação de Programas e Projetos de Saúde , Inquéritos e Questionários , Estados UnidosRESUMO
Dehydration negatively impacts geriatric hospitalization outcomes. The purpose of this study was to investigate the hydration status of psychogeriatric inpatients and explore possible factors for dehydration. A descriptive, retrospective chart review of patients discharged from a psychogeriatric unit was completed. Clinical and biochemical information was collected at three time points (admission, mid-point, and discharge). Results were consistent with clinical observations that less hydrated patients seem to do worse clinically. It is important to closely monitor hydration status in psychogeriatric inpatients to reduce morbidity. Further studies are needed to develop strategies to prevent dehydration and its complications in this population.
