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Information needed to support knowing the patient
Tiffany Kelley1, Sharron Docherty, Debra Brandon
1Duke University School of Nursing (Dr Kelley), Duke University School of Nursing, and Children's Health Center, Duke University Hospital (Dr Docherty), and Department of Pediatrics, Duke University School of Nursing (Dr Brandon), Durham, North Carolina.
ANS. Advances in Nursing Science
|October 31, 2013
Summary
Nurses define knowing the patient as understanding clinical and personal details for tailored care. Paper-based tools were most effective for gathering this crucial patient information in pediatric intensive care units.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Practice
- Patient-Centered Care
- Qualitative Research
Background:
- "Knowing the patient" is a fundamental aspect of effective nursing care.
- Limited research has explored nurses' perspectives on the meaning and acquisition of "knowing the patient."
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the meaning of "knowing the patient" from the perspective of nurses.
- To investigate the methods nurses use to gather information essential for "knowing the patient."
Main Methods:
- A descriptive qualitative study design was employed.
- Data were collected from 12 nurses working in pediatric intensive care units.
- Interviews were conducted to explore nurses' experiences and perceptions.
Main Results:
- Nurses conceptualize "knowing the patient" as possessing comprehensive clinical and personal information to facilitate individualized care.
- Information sources utilized by nurses include verbal communication, paper-based records, and electronic health records.
- A paper-based supportive tool emerged as the most valuable resource for nurses in "knowing their patients."
Conclusions:
- Understanding the multifaceted nature of "knowing the patient" is vital for optimizing nursing practice.
- The findings highlight the significant role of paper-based tools in supporting nurses' ability to know their patients.
- Further research is recommended to explore the efficacy of paper-based tools and develop supportive electronic solutions.
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