Bedside Interprofessional Rounding: The View From the Patient's Side of the Bed.

Area of Science:

• Healthcare delivery research
• Patient experience studies
• Interprofessional collaboration

Background:

• Bedside interprofessional rounding is increasingly adopted to enhance healthcare team collaboration and patient outcomes.
• However, there is limited understanding of patient perceptions regarding this practice.

Purpose of the Study:

• To explore and understand patient views on bedside interprofessional rounding.
• To identify key aspects of the rounding process that influence patient perception.

Main Methods:

• A descriptive study design was employed.
• Individual patient interviews were conducted with 35 participants at a large, urban hospital.

Main Results:

• Patient perceptions were categorized into three main themes: the rounding process itself, the clarity of clinical information shared, and the overall impact and value of the interprofessional rounding.
• Patients' experiences and feedback provide insights into the effectiveness and patient-centeredness of current rounding practices.

Conclusions:

• Actively seeking and incorporating patient feedback on interprofessional rounding is crucial.
• This approach can inform the design of more effective and patient-centered rounding methods, ultimately improving the quality of care and patient satisfaction.