Barriers and Facilitators for the Use of Patient Lifts by Healthcare Workers
Author Information
Author(s): Khairallah Ghassan M., Mowafi Hani, Al-Hajj Samar, Brackett Alexandria, Sakr Carine J.
Primary Institution: American University of Beirut Medical Center
Hypothesis
What are the barriers and facilitators for the use of patient lifts by healthcare workers?
Conclusion
A multifaceted approach focusing on organizational support, safety culture, and equipment availability is needed to improve the use of patient lifts by healthcare workers.
Supporting Evidence
- Patient lifts are beneficial for both healthcare workers and patients but are not consistently used.
- Barriers include equipment-related issues, cultural factors, and organizational challenges.
- Facilitators include strong leadership support and a positive safety culture.
Takeaway
This study looks at why healthcare workers don't always use patient lifts, which help move patients safely. It found that support from management and having enough equipment can make a big difference.
Methodology
The review analyzed literature from various electronic databases, assessing barriers and facilitators for patient lift use through thematic analysis.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the limited geographical representation and the focus on published literature.
Limitations
The review lacks studies from low- and middle-income countries and does not consider perspectives from other stakeholders like managers or patients.
Participant Demographics
Most studies (71.9%) originated in the US, with others from the UK, Denmark, the Netherlands, Canada, Brazil, and South Korea.
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