Ending PJ paralysis for hospitalised patients: a quality improvement initiative.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

PJ paralysis refers to the negative effects experienced by hospitalised patients who remain inactive and dressed in hospital clothing, and is a serious problem, affecting one-third of hospitalised older adults. This study evaluated the impact of a multicomponent hospital-based intervention to get patients out of bed, dressed in non-hospital attire, and moving around/mobilised.

Methods

A 3-month quality improvement initiative was conducted at one hospital unit in Western Canada, which aimed for 50% of all patients to be dressed in their own clothing by midday, sitting up in a chair for all meals and mobilising to activities. Healthcare providers, patients and family members received PJ paralysis education, and a new patient dress code care standard and physician

SUBMITTER: Carr F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12015703 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature