Exploring Medication Conversations in Nursing Home Care Conferences
Author Information
Author(s): Ku Te-Lien, Li Jingxi, Ford James, Roberts Tonya
Primary Institution: University of Wisconsin Madison
Hypothesis
How are medications discussed in nursing home care conferences?
Conclusion
Medication conversations in nursing home care conferences often involve social workers and registered nurses, while pharmacists are typically absent.
Supporting Evidence
- 93% of care conferences involved medication conversations.
- Social workers and registered nurses were primarily engaged in medication discussions.
- Residents and families typically participated passively in the conversations.
Takeaway
This study looked at how nursing home staff talk about medications during meetings, showing that some staff are more involved than others.
Methodology
The study used thematic analysis on audio-recorded observations of care conferences.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the absence of pharmacists in the discussions.
Limitations
The study was based on a convenience sample from a single nursing home.
Participant Demographics
Participants included nursing home staff, residents, and families, with a focus on social workers and registered nurses.
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