Evaluating Staff Training for a Movement Program for Dementia Residents
Author Information
Author(s): Matthew Miller, Molly Delzio, Margaret Chesney, Riya Jacob, Jennifer Lee, Linda Chao, Deborah Barnes, Francesca Nicosia
Primary Institution: University of California San Francisco
Hypothesis
Does a remote training program for staff improve the delivery of a movement program for residents with dementia?
Conclusion
The remote training program is acceptable and may reduce fall rates and improve physical function in residents with dementia.
Supporting Evidence
- 29 out of 38 staff attended at least 80% of the training sessions.
- Staff satisfaction averaged 4.5 out of 5.
- Staff confidence in delivering the program averaged 6.7 out of 7.
- Resident satisfaction with the program averaged 3.7 out of 5.
- The proportion of residents with documented falls decreased from 29% to 6% after the program.
Takeaway
This study shows that training staff to help dementia residents move can make them safer and healthier.
Methodology
The study involved a 10-week training program with didactic and experiential sessions, assessing staff and resident satisfaction and changes in fall history and physical function.
Participant Demographics
38 interprofessional staff (13 nurses, 6 recreation therapists, 10 others) and 32 residents (31 male, 11 Black/African American).
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.02
Statistical Significance
p=0.02
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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