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'Falls risk' needs revisiting

    Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
    |February 23, 2017
    PubMed

    Insights

    Patients should get up and dressed daily to improve recovery. This simple action aids mobility and can prevent complications, supporting the #endPJparalysis campaign for better hospital outcomes.

    Area of Science:

    • Geriatrics
    • Hospital Medicine
    • Patient Experience

    Background:

    • The #endPJparalysis campaign advocates for patients to wear day clothes and be mobile.
    • Hospitalization can lead to deconditioning and reduced mobility.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the importance of patient mobilization during hospital stays.
    • To share a personal account supporting the #endPJparalysis initiative.

    Main Methods:

    • A personal narrative describing a father's hospital experience.
    • Observation of patient daily routines and mobility.

    Main Results:

    • Encouraging patients to be up and dressed can positively impact their recovery.
    • Personal experience underscores the benefits of early mobilization.

    Conclusions:

    • Adherence to the #endPJparalysis campaign principles is crucial for patient well-being.
    • Simple interventions like daily dressing and mobility can enhance hospital care.

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