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A dedicated approach to restorative nursing.

Denise R Bonanni¹, Geraldine Devers, Kathleen Dezzi

¹Cathedral Village CCRC, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19128, USA. Dbonanni@cathedralvillage.com

Journal of Gerontological Nursing

|February 21, 2009

Summary

A dedicated restorative nursing program improved residents' functional status and quality of life in a long-term care setting. This focused approach ensured efficient care delivery and enhanced overall resident well-being.

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Area of Science:

Gerontology
Nursing Care
Healthcare Management

Background:

Long-term care facilities face challenges in maintaining residents' functional status and quality of life.
Restorative nursing care aims to improve resident independence and well-being.
The effectiveness of dedicated restorative nursing programs requires further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the impact of a dedicated restorative nursing program on residents' functional status and quality of life.
To assess the efficiency and consistency of care delivery by dedicated restorative nursing staff.
To determine if specialized training and supervision enhance restorative care outcomes.

Main Methods:

A dedicated restorative nursing program was implemented for 50 residents in a long-term care facility.
Restorative nursing assistants received specialized training and worked under Registered Nurse (RN) supervision.
Data on functional status (activities of daily living, continence) and mood (depression) were collected using the Minimum Data Set (MDS).

Main Results:

The dedicated restorative nursing program demonstrated improvements in specific areas of residents' functional ability.
Restorative nursing staff efficiently completed assignments and documented outcomes.
The program facilitated more consistent and higher-quality care delivery.

Conclusions:

A dedicated restorative nursing program can positively influence residents' functional status in long-term care.
Specialized training and dedicated staff contribute to efficient and effective restorative care.
Implementing such programs may lead to enhanced quality of care and improved resident outcomes.