Implementing a theory-based intradialytic exercise programme in practice: a quality improvement project.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Research evidence outlines the benefits of intradialytic exercise (IDE), yet implementation into practice has been slow, ostensibly due to a lack of patient and staff engagement. The aim of this quality improvement project was to improve patient outcomes via the introduction of an IDE programme, evaluate patient uptake and sustainability and enhance the engagement of routine haemodialysis (HD) staff with the delivery of the IDE programme.

Methods

We developed and refined an IDE programme, including interventions designed to increase patient and staff engagement that were based on the Theoretical Domains Framework (TDF), using a series of 'Plan, Do, Study, Act' (PDSA) cycles. The programme was introduced at two UK National Health Service HD units. Process measures

SUBMITTER: Young HML 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6275440 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature