Clinical outcomes for nurse-led in-patient care
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Abstract:
An earlier paper described an in-patient population that was identified as potentially able to benefit from nurse-managed in-patient care. This paper describes a pilot experimental study aimed at measuring the impact of transfer to a nurse-led unit. Outcomes for 71 patients considered for transfer to the nurse-led ward were compared with a control group of 48 patients who remained under medically managed care for the duration of their stay. Large but non-significant improvements in length of stay were found in the treatment group. There was a significantly lower incidence of pressure sores, urinary tract infections and chest infections. There were no differences in mortality. The author urges a cautious interpretation of results and emphasises the need for replication.
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Patient outcomes reflect the patient's response to the goal rather than what the nurse aims to achieve. Terminology should be observable and measurable to avoid the reader's interpretation. The desired outcome should be realistic and achievable in the designated care timeframe. Expected outcomes should align with adjunctive therapies. The outcome should enhance care evaluation by...
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