Implementation of a Mental Health Guideline in a Long-Term Care Home: A Participatory Action Approach. Huijbregts, M., Sokoloff, L., G., Feldman MD, S., Conn, D., K., Simons, K., Walsh, L., Dunal, L., Goodman, R., & Khatri, N. Journal of Research in Interprofessional Practice & Education, 2(2):134, 2012.
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Background: The goal of this pilot study was to implement a Canadian mental health guideline in a long-term care residence in order to improve interprofessional care of clients with mood and behavioural issues. Methods: Using a participatory action approach, this pilot study engaged staff/physicians, residents, and families in identifying key priorities for action related to the goal of improving interprofessional care. This resulted in the implementation of educational interventions, a mandate for non-registered nursing staff to attend interprofessional rounds, and enhanced interprofessional collaboration through unit-based huddles. A staff satisfaction survey and focus groups were conducted to assess perceptions of change. Findings: The staff satisfaction survey revealed statistically significant improvements in perceived job satisfaction, leadership, and workplace resources. Focus group findings indicated improved interprofessional collaboration, teamwork, support, and communication. Staff noted a stronger perception of being valued and increased confidence in their own contributions. Conclusions: Both qualitative and quantitative improvements were noted in staff job satisfaction. Despite some limitations, these findings suggest that further dissemination of this initiative with rigorous evaluation is warranted. ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]; Copyright of Journal of Research in Interprofessional Practice & Education is the property of Journal of Research in Interprofessional Practice & Education and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)
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