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A program to assist sensory-impaired patients

B J VanCura, S Dawson

    Medsurg Nursing : Official Journal of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses
    |April 1, 1993
    PubMed
    Summary

    A hospital Sensory Assistance Program was developed to aid patients with visual, hearing, or speech impairments, complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The program shows high approval and low costs.

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    Area of Science:

    • Healthcare accessibility
    • Disability services in hospitals
    • Patient support programs

    Background:

    • The Americans with Disabilities Act mandates healthcare institutions to serve patients with diverse disabilities.
    • Hospitals face challenges in providing adequate facilities and services for individuals with impairments.
    • Need for structured programs to address sensory and communication needs in healthcare settings.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe the development and implementation of a hospital-wide Sensory Assistance Program.
    • To identify and assist patients with visual, hearing, or speech impairments.
    • To evaluate the initial impact and acceptance of the program.

    Main Methods:

    • Development and implementation of a hospital-wide Sensory Assistance Program.
    • Focus on identifying and providing assistance to patients with sensory and communication disabilities.
    • Preliminary evaluation of program outcomes, including patient and staff feedback and cost analysis.

    Main Results:

    • The Sensory Assistance Program was successfully implemented across the hospital.
    • Preliminary data indicate significant positive patient and staff approval and acceptance.
    • The program was found to have minimal cost outlays for the institution.

    Conclusions:

    • The Sensory Assistance Program effectively addresses the needs of patients with visual, hearing, and speech impairments.
    • The program demonstrates high levels of user and staff satisfaction.
    • The initiative offers a cost-effective solution for enhancing healthcare accessibility in compliance with the ADA.

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