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Identifying hospitalized pediatric patients for early discharge planning: a feasibility study

Diane E Holland1, Patricia M Conlon1, Gina M Rohlik1

  • 1Department of Nursing, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN.

Journal of Pediatric Nursing
|January 25, 2015
PubMed

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Nurses can use the Early Screen for Discharge Planning-Child (ESDP-C) tool to identify pediatric patients needing early discharge planning. This screening improves caregiver decisions and communication, showing clinical usefulness.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Nursing
  • Healthcare Management
  • Patient Discharge

Background:

  • Effective discharge planning is crucial for pediatric patient outcomes.
  • Current discharge planning may not identify all at-risk patients early.
  • Improved caregiver communication and decision-making are key goals.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the impact of the Early Screen for Discharge Planning-Child (ESDP-C) tool.
  • To assess the ESDP-C's effect on pediatric discharge planning outcomes.
  • To determine the clinical utility of early screening for discharge needs.

Main Methods:

  • Quasi-experimental, non-equivalent comparison group design.
  • Implementation of the ESDP-C tool by nurses.
  • Evaluation of discharge planning outcomes post-implementation.

Main Results:

  • The ESDP-C tool identifies pediatric patients benefiting from early discharge planner engagement.
  • Preliminary evidence suggests clinical usefulness of the ESDP-C.
  • The tool aids nurses at a critical discharge planning juncture.

Conclusions:

  • The ESDP-C shows potential to improve caregiver decisions and communication.
  • Early integration of the ESDP-C may enhance pediatric discharge planning.
  • The tool is a potentially valuable addition to nursing practice.

Keywords:
Decision supportDischarge planningPediatrics

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