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    Hospital nurses checking patients at set intervals, a practice called intentional rounding, was found to reduce call bell use and enhance patient care. This method also allows for earlier problem detection and better nurse-patient interactions.

    Area of Science:

    • Healthcare Management
    • Nursing Practice
    • Patient Care Quality

    Background:

    • The implementation of structured nursing interventions is crucial for optimizing patient outcomes.
    • Effective communication and proactive patient assessment are key components of high-quality healthcare.
    • Current healthcare systems seek efficient methods to improve patient satisfaction and reduce resource utilization.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the impact of intentional rounding on patient care and nurse-patient interactions.
    • To determine if intentional rounding can decrease the frequency of patient call bell usage.
    • To assess the potential of intentional rounding in facilitating early detection of patient issues.

    Main Methods:

    • Implementing a protocol for nurses to conduct regular, scheduled check-ins with patients.

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  • Monitoring the use of patient call bells before and after the implementation of intentional rounding.
  • Observing and documenting nurse-patient interactions and the identification of patient problems during rounding.
  • Main Results:

    • Intentional rounding led to a significant reduction in the use of patient call bells.
    • Nurses using intentional rounding were able to identify patient problems at an earlier stage.
    • The frequency of positive nurse-patient interactions increased with the adoption of intentional rounding.

    Conclusions:

    • Intentional rounding is an effective strategy for improving nursing efficiency and patient care.
    • This practice contributes to a safer patient environment by enabling timely intervention.
    • Intentional rounding enhances the nurse-patient relationship, fostering better communication and trust.