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Distracted Practice: A Concept Analysis
1University of Massachusetts Memorial Medical School, Worcester, MA.
Nursing Forum
|November 26, 2015
Summary
Distracted practice in hospitals threatens patient safety due to technology and time pressures. This study defines distracted practice, highlighting the need for more research to develop interventions and improve care.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare delivery
- Patient safety
- Human factors in medicine
Background:
- Distracted practice is a significant concern in acute care settings.
- Increased technology and time pressures contribute to distractions.
- Distractions are frequently linked to adverse events and patient safety threats.
Purpose of the Study:
- To define and model the concept of distracted practice.
- To establish a clear understanding of distracted practice in healthcare.
Main Methods:
- Concept analysis using Walker and Avant's method.
- Literature review to identify characteristics, antecedents, and consequences.
Main Results:
- Development of a preliminary definition and model of distracted practice.
- Identification of key characteristics, antecedents, and consequences of distracted practice.
Conclusions:
- Further research is essential to fully comprehend distracted practice.
- Increased knowledge will enable the development of interventions to mitigate distracted practice.
- Reducing distracted practice is crucial for enhancing patient safety in hospitals.
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