Champions for improved adherence to guidelines in long-term care homes: a systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The champion model is increasingly being adopted to improve uptake of guideline-based care in long-term care (LTC). Studies suggest that an on-site champion may improve the quality of care residents' health outcomes. This review assessed the effectiveness of the champion on staff adherence to guidelines and subsequent resident outcomes in LTC homes.

Method

This was a systematic review and meta-analyses of randomised controlled trials. Eligible studies included residents aged 65 or over and nursing staff in LTC homes where there was a stand-alone or multi-component intervention that used a champion to improve staff adherence to guidelines and resident outcomes. The measured outcomes included staff adherence to guidelines, resident health outcomes, quality of life,

SUBMITTER: Hall AM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8330034 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature