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Area of Science:

  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Healthcare Management
  • Patient Safety

Background:

  • Falls are a significant concern in geriatric care facilities.
  • Efficient call bell response is crucial for patient safety and satisfaction.
  • Previous response times in geriatric evaluation and management wards were evaluated.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare call bell response times before and after implementing fall prevention interventions.
  • To assess the impact of interventions on patient falls and call bell response.
  • To identify factors influencing response times in geriatric wards.

Main Methods:

  • Call bell response time data were collected from two wards.
  • Data were gathered before and six months after the implementation of interventions.
  • The study analyzed response times to all call bell activations.

Main Results:

  • Interventions, including prioritizing call bell response and staff awareness, improved response times.
  • A slight decrease in patient falls was observed.
  • Call bell activations did not decrease, indicating ongoing patient needs.

Conclusions:

  • Effective leadership from nurse managers is vital for emphasizing prompt call bell response.
  • Visual surveillance of high-risk fallers is essential, as they may be unable to call for assistance.
  • Prompt response to call bells can contribute to patient safety and fall prevention efforts.