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Area of Science:

  • Nursing
  • Patient Support
  • Family Care

Background:

  • Healthcare systems often lack comprehensive resources for non-clinical support.
  • Nurses, patients, and families require accessible information and tools for better health outcomes.
  • Existing support structures may be fragmented or difficult to navigate.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and disseminate a centralized repository of resources for nurses, patients, and families.
  • To enhance patient education and family involvement in healthcare decision-making.
  • To support nurses by providing readily available tools and information.

Main Methods:

  • A systematic review of existing resources was conducted.
  • Stakeholder interviews with nurses, patients, and family members informed resource selection.
  • A user-friendly online platform was developed to host the resources.

Main Results:

  • A curated collection of evidence-based resources was compiled.
  • Positive feedback was received from initial user testing regarding accessibility and utility.
  • The platform demonstrated potential for improved information dissemination.

Conclusions:

  • The developed resource hub addresses a critical need for accessible support.
  • This initiative can empower nurses, patients, and families through improved information access.
  • Further evaluation is recommended to assess long-term impact on patient care and engagement.