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End-user perceptions of sub-epidermal moisture scanning (SEMS) acceptability: A descriptive qualitative study
Georgia Tobiano1,2, Jill Campbell1, Gary Allen3
1Centre of Research Excellence in Wiser Wound Care, Menzies Health Institute Queensland, Griffith University, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia.
Journal of Advanced Nursing
|March 9, 2023
Summary
Subepidermal moisture scanning (SEMS) is acceptable to patients and nurses for pressure injury prevention. Further research is needed to build evidence and address practical implementation issues for routine use.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Medical Devices
- Patient Care
Background:
- Implementing new technologies in healthcare requires understanding user perceptions.
- Subepidermal moisture scanning (SEMS) is a novel technology for pressure injury prevention.
- Limited research exists on patient and nurse acceptability of SEMS.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess patient and nurse perceptions and experiences regarding the acceptability of subepidermal moisture scanning.
- To explore the integration of SEMS into existing pressure injury prevention practices.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive, qualitative sub-study embedded within a pilot randomized control trial.
- Individual semi-structured interviews were conducted with 10 patients and 10 nurses.
- Data were analyzed using inductive qualitative content analysis with triangulation of perspectives.
Main Results:
- Patients and nurses found SEMS acceptable and non-burdensome.
- SEMS was perceived to potentially improve pressure injury outcomes, but more evidence is needed.
- SEMS aligns with and enhances existing patient-centered pressure injury prevention practices.
- Practical considerations for routine SEMS implementation include training, guidelines, infection control, device availability, and patient modesty.
Conclusions:
- Subepidermal moisture scanning is acceptable for patients and nurses in clinical practice.
- Further research should focus on building the evidence base and addressing practical implementation challenges.
- SEMS has the potential to enhance individualized, patient-centered pressure injury prevention care.
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