No Longer Optional: Addressing Disability Disparities in Nursing Practice.

Area of Science:

• Nursing Science
• Healthcare Management
• Patient Advocacy

Background:

• Person-centered care is crucial for quality healthcare outcomes.
• Barriers exist that hinder the consistent delivery of person-centered care.
• Nurses play a pivotal role in overcoming these obstacles.

Purpose of the Study:

• To identify key barriers undermining person-centered care in nursing practice.
• To propose actionable strategies for nurses to dismantle these barriers.
• To promote a more patient-centered healthcare environment.

Main Methods:

• Qualitative analysis of nursing experiences.
• Literature review on barriers and facilitators of person-centered care.
• Development of a framework for dismantling barriers.

Main Results:

• Common barriers include time constraints, lack of resources, and organizational culture.
• Effective strategies involve enhanced communication, patient education, and interprofessional collaboration.
• Empowerment of nurses is essential for successful implementation.

Conclusions:

• Nurses can proactively address and dismantle barriers to person-centered care.
• Implementing specific strategies can improve patient experiences and outcomes.
• Continuous effort is needed to foster a truly person-centered healthcare system.