NURS FPX 6212 Assessment 3 Outcome Measures, Issues, and Opportunities

Secondly, in the “doing” phase, the organization will implement the practice changes on a small scale. This may include the implementation of comprehensive fall risk protocols, staff education, and fall prevention teams in a specific department with high-risk populations, for example, geriatric wards (LeLaurin & Shorr, 2020). The organization should ensure that all staff members know their roles and responsibilities in fall prevention and that protocols are consistently followed within the pilot department.

In the “studying” phase, the organization should evaluate the effectiveness of the implemented changes within the smaller departments by collecting and analyzing relevant data. This includes monitoring fall rates, tracking fall-related injuries, monitoring the costs associated with these incidents, and assessing staff adherence to fall prevention protocols. The organization should also solicit staff feedback on the relevance of practice changes and identify areas for improvement to make further moderations. 

NURS FPX 6212 Assessment 3 Outcome Measures, Issues, and Opportunities

Finally, in the “acting” phase, the organization makes adjustments based on the findings to optimize fall prevention efforts further and implement these practice changes across all departments within the hospital. The organization should continue to monitor outcomes and iterate on the improvement process to ensure sustained success in preventing in-patient falls (Boot et al., 2023). However, the organization must establish a strategy to foster knowledge sharing and interprofessional collaboration while developing and implementing proposed changes.

Firstly, regular team meetings can serve as platforms for discussing the plan’s progress, sharing insights, and addressing challenges collaboratively (Rawlinson et al., 2021). Additionally, establishing interdisciplinary task forces or committees dedicated to specific improvement initiatives encourages cross-functional collaboration. Furthermore, creating communication channels, such as staff portals and instant messaging, allows staff members from different disciplines to share best practices, ask questions, and seek real-time advice (Rawlinson et al., 2021). By promoting a culture of openness, inclusivity, and collaboration, the organization empowers staff to contribute their expertise, perspectives, and ideas, ultimately enhancing the effectiveness and sustainability of fall prevention efforts. 

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Boot, M., Allison, J., Maguire, J., & O’Driscoll, G. (2023). QI initiative to reduce the number of in-patient falls in an acute hospital Trust. BMJ Open Quality, 12(1), e002102. https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjoq-2022-002102 

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NURS FPX 6212 Assessment 3 Outcome Measures, Issues, and Opportunities

Secondly, in the “doing” phase, the organization will implement the practice changes on a small scale. This may include the implementation of comprehensive fall risk protocols, staff education, and fall prevention teams in a specific department with high-risk populations, for example, geriatric wards (LeLaurin & Shorr, 2020). The organization should ensure that all staff members know their roles and responsibilities in fall prevention and that protocols are consistently followed within the pilot department.

In the “studying” phase, the organization should evaluate the effectiveness of the implemented cha