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1 to 2 of 2 Research Studies DisplayedKeller SC, Cosgrove SE, Arbaje AI
It's complicated: patient and informal caregiver performance of outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy-related tasks.
This study’s objective was to perform a patient-centered goal-directed task analysis to identify what is required for successful completion of outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy (OPAT) by patients and caregivers. The authors conducted 40 semi-structured patient interviews and also 20 observations of patients and caregivers performing OPAT. Six goals were identified. The authors concluded that patients and caregivers should use teach-back, take formal classes, and other forms of instruction to ensure safety and good outcomes for the patients.
AHRQ-funded; HS025782.
Citation: Keller SC, Cosgrove SE, Arbaje AI .
It's complicated: patient and informal caregiver performance of outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy-related tasks.
Am J Med Qual 2020 Mar/Apr;35(2):133-46. doi: 10.1177/1062860619853345..
Keywords: Caregiving, Patient-Centered Healthcare, Antimicrobial Stewardship, Medication, Education: Patient and Caregiver, Patient Safety
Christiansen TL, Lipsitz S, Scanlan M
Patient activation related to fall prevention: a multisite study.
The purpose of this study was to examine the impact of the Fall TIPS (Tailoring Interventions for Patient Safety) program on patient activation related to fall prevention. Researchers used the short form Patient Activation Measure (PAM-13) adapted for fall prevention. Their findings showed that patient activation improved from preintervention to postintervention at all three studied sites. Patients with access to the Fall TIPS program are more activated and engaged in their fall prevention plan. Recommendations include engaging patients in the fall prevention plan to increase their knowledge, skill, and confidence.
AHRQ-funded; HS023535.
Citation: Christiansen TL, Lipsitz S, Scanlan M .
Patient activation related to fall prevention: a multisite study.
Jt Comm J Qual Patient Saf 2020 Mar;46(3):129-35. doi: 10.1016/j.jcjq.2019.11.010..
Keywords: Falls, Prevention, Patient Safety, Patient and Family Engagement, Education: Patient and Caregiver