Evaluating a Standardized Patient Note for Reporting Elder Abuse
Author Information
Author(s): Webster Amy, Webb Sara, Sperber Nina, Decosimo Kasey, Halaszynski Jaime, Koget Jennifer, Silva Jennifer, Makaroun Lena
Primary Institution: Durham VA Health Care
Hypothesis
Can a standardized note template improve the documentation of suspected elder abuse in electronic health records?
Conclusion
The standardized note template was found to be easy to use and improved the documentation process for suspected elder abuse.
Supporting Evidence
- Participants found the note easy to access and use.
- Half of participants completed the note in 5 minutes or less.
- Staff reported that the template streamlined the reporting process.
Takeaway
This study shows that a new form for reporting elder abuse is easy for healthcare workers to use and helps them take better care of patients.
Methodology
Usability evaluation through semi-structured interviews with healthcare staff.
Limitations
The study was limited to three sites and involved a small sample of staff.
Participant Demographics
Participants included 19 social workers, 1 nurse, 1 physical therapist, and 1 mental health case manager.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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