This week you will search the literature in the school databases for article within 5 years of today’s date, that are appropriate for your PICOT question below. 1.  Among adult patients in the acute care setting would the implementation of patient-centered interventions be more effective compared to the usual fall prevention interventions in reducing incidence of falls two months after implementation? The article is a QUALITATIVE research study.

Introduction

Patient falls are a significant issue in healthcare settings, particularly in the acute care setting. Falls can lead to injuries, increased hospital stay, and other complications, resulting in negative outcomes for patients and increased healthcare costs. Consequently, healthcare professionals are continually seeking effective interventions to prevent falls in the acute care setting.

The purpose of this literature search is to identify qualitative research studies conducted within the past five years that examine the effectiveness of patient-centered interventions compared to usual fall prevention interventions in reducing the incidence of falls among adult patients in the acute care setting. By focusing on qualitative research studies, we aim to gain an in-depth understanding of the experiences, perspectives, and meanings related to these interventions.

Literature Search Strategy

To conduct a comprehensive literature search, we will utilize the school databases and search engines such as PubMed, CINAHL, and PsycINFO. The search terms we will use include “fall prevention,” “acute care,” “patient-centered interventions,” “qualitative research,” and “incidence of falls.” We will limit the search to articles published within the past five years to ensure the relevance of the findings to current practice.

We will use Boolean operators, such as “AND” and “OR,” to combine the search terms effectively. For example, our search strategy in PubMed would be structured as follows:

(“fall prevention” OR “fall reduction”) AND (“acute care” OR “hospital”) AND (“patient-centered interventions” OR “person-centered care”) AND (“qualitative research” OR “qualitative study”) AND (“incidence of falls” OR “falls prevention”)

Inclusion and Exclusion Criteria

To ensure that the selected articles closely align with the research question, we will establish specific inclusion and exclusion criteria.

Inclusion criteria:
– Qualitative research studies conducted within the past five years
– Studies conducted in the acute care setting
– Studies that compare patient-centered interventions to usual fall prevention interventions
– Studies that measure the incidence of falls as an outcome
– Studies that include adult patients (18 years or older)

Exclusion criteria:
– Quantitative research studies
– Studies conducted outside the acute care setting
– Studies that do not compare patient-centered interventions to usual fall prevention interventions
– Studies that do not measure the incidence of falls as an outcome
– Studies that include pediatric patients or a mixed population of adults and children

Article Selection Process

We will begin by screening the search results based on their title and abstract. Articles that do not meet the inclusion criteria will be excluded. Next, we will thoroughly review the full-text articles of the remaining studies to ensure they meet all inclusion criteria and provide relevant qualitative data related to patient-centered interventions and fall prevention in the acute care setting.

Data Extraction and Synthesis

Once the final set of articles is selected, we will extract relevant data from each study, including the study design, sample size, study participants, intervention details, qualitative data collection methods, and key findings related to the effectiveness of patient-centered interventions in reducing falls in the acute care setting. The data will be synthesized to provide a comprehensive overview of the qualitative evidence available on this topic.

Limitations

There are several limitations to consider in this literature search. First, by focusing exclusively on qualitative research studies, we may overlook valuable evidence from quantitative studies that may contribute to a comprehensive understanding of the topic. Secondly, the search will be limited to articles published in the past five years, which may result in the exclusion of older yet still relevant studies. Additionally, the inclusion and exclusion criteria may introduce bias, as studies must adhere to specific criteria to be considered for inclusion.

Conclusion

This literature search aims to identify qualitative research studies conducted within the past five years that examine the effectiveness of patient-centered interventions in reducing the incidence of falls among adult patients in the acute care setting. By synthesizing the findings from these studies, we aim to gain a deeper understanding of the experiences and perspectives of patients and healthcare professionals regarding patient-centered fall prevention interventions in the acute care setting. The results of this search will provide valuable insights for healthcare professionals seeking to improve fall prevention strategies and enhance patient outcomes in the acute care setting.