Round with purpose

Abstract

Note: Questions compared using data from quarter 1 fiscal year 2009 (pre) to quarter 1 fiscal year 2010 (post) to evaluate outcomes. *P ≤ 0.05; + P ≤ 0.10.

Effectiveness of Structured Hourly Nurse Rounding on Patient Satisfaction and Clinical Outcomes

“…33 This reduction in HAPU rate was similar to results reported by Ellis, 14 Sherrod et al, 18 and the Studer Group. However, a reduction of 4 HAPUs comparing pre-and postimplementation resulted in a cost avoidance of $172 720 ($43 180 × 4).…”

A systematic review: barriers to hourly rounding

“…The lack of education contributed to audit records not being filled out appropriately (Sherrod et al . ). Several studies cited that staff did not think they received enough education so they did not understand the concepts (Dix et al .…”

“…, Sherrod et al . , Braide , Shepard ). An interruption to workflow is a prime example of competing initiatives that contribute to the inability to perform hourly rounding consistently (Dean , Kessler et al .…”

Hourly rounding and patient falls

“…13 Hourly rounding also has been shown to reduce call bell usage; call-bell usage is associated with patient falls. 15 Further investigation into whether hourly rounding is a robust stand-alone fall prevention strategy is required. 15 Further investigation into whether hourly rounding is a robust stand-alone fall prevention strategy is required.…”