Date of Award
Spring 5-6-2022
Document Type
DNP Project
Project Team Faculty Member
Kelley Mcguire
Project Team Faculty Member
Angela Andrews
Keywords
Depression, Geriatric, Nursing Home
Abstract
Abstract
Background/Introduction
Unidentified and untreated depression among nursing home residents leads to poor quality-of-life and substantial healthcare dollars are utilized for care management. Use of validated instruments and routine screening provides opportunity for early detection and treatment.
Purpose
The purpose of this project was to educate employees of a nursing home on the use of the Geriatric Depression Screening (GDS) tool, implement it on two units of the nursing home, and evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of this quality improvement project.
Method
An educational presentation was delivered to introduce the implementation plan, GDS screening tool, and protocol for data collection. Return demonstration was utilized to assess understanding of training. A 10-item evaluation tool was developed to understand staff experiences during the implementation.
Results
The return demonstration revealed increased understanding for the nurses on identification of symptoms of depression. Use of the GDS was deemed overwhelmingly feasible and acceptable by staff.
Limitations
Limitations of this project are high staff turnover rate and increased nurses’ workload due to COVID protocols, requiring frequent re-education.
Implication to Practice/Conclusion
Positive patient screening throughout this project led to early and appropriate interventions to manage symptoms and improved quality-of-life. It also led to routine screening of this nursing home residents on admission and every 6months. Early detection of depression symptoms through caregiver knowledge can provide timely treatment and improved quality of life.
Recommended Citation
RAJI, TITILAYO, "Implementation of Depression Screening in a Nursing Home" (2022). Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects. 206.
https://spark.siue.edu/dnpprojects/206
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