NURS FPX 6614 Assessment 2 Enhancing Performance as Collaborators in Care

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NURS-FPX 6614 Structure and Process in Care Coordination

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Enhancing Performance as Collaborators in Care Presentation

Slide 1: Introduction

Hello, everyone. I’m __, and I would like to welcome you all to this meeting. First, I’d like to acknowledge the presence of the staff in the audience. We have nurses, doctors, hospital administrators, nutritionists, physiotherapists, and information technologists here today. This presentation will focus on the importance of interprofessional collaboration in treating overweight hypertensive patients. A multidisciplinary approach is crucial in educating these patients about adopting healthier lifestyle choices.

Slide 2: Lifestyle Changes and Medications for Hypertension and Obesity

Both lifestyle changes and antihypertensive medications can assist patients struggling with obesity and hypertension. However, evidence suggests that patients may experience side effects from medications within the first six months (Cosimo Marcello et al., 2018). These adverse effects often make it difficult for patients to adhere to their prescribed medications. Fortunately, lifestyle changes such as improving diet and increasing physical activity can reduce blood pressure and body weight without negative side effects (Cosimo Marcello et al., 2018). Healthcare providers must collaborate and develop strategies to educate patients on healthier lifestyle choices, which will help overweight hypertensive patients embrace these modifications.

Steps to Improve Interprofessional Collaboration

Slide 3: Enhancing Evidence-Based Practice

New discoveries that improve patient care and treatment methods are made every day. Research consistently provides better techniques or stronger supporting evidence for treating patients. Regular studies uncover new information that can help healthcare providers deliver the highest quality care possible (O’Cathain et al., 2019). Healthcare organizations should prioritize training in evidence-based practice, providing staff with ample time to learn and apply research findings. Experienced providers can serve as mentors and educators to their colleagues, while leaders ensure staff have access to the necessary resources for continued research and practice (Lafuente et al., 2019).

Slide 4: Planning Stages

To support evidence-based practices and promote interprofessional collaboration, the following steps can be taken:

Create interprofessional teams: A multidisciplinary team, consisting of nurses, doctors, nutritionists, physiotherapists, administrators, and IT specialists, is essential for developing strategies to help overweight hypertensive patients (Frank et al., 2020).
Designate team leaders: Leaders will utilize evidence-based strategies and ensure the availability of sufficient information to justify new approaches. They will continue to gather data to evaluate and adjust strategies as needed (Frank et al., 2020).
Regular team meetings: These meetings will be led by designated team leaders and will help establish priorities based on patients’ needs. They offer a platform for healthcare workers to share ideas, enhancing collaboration and improving outcomes (Frank et al., 2020).

Educational Services and Resources

Slide 5: Educational Strategies

Utilizing Health Information Technology (HIT): Telehealth can be used by nurses and other team members to educate patients on healthier lifestyle choices, while also tracking their adherence to these new habits (Chike-Harris et al., 2021).
Tailoring educational approaches: Patients have different learning styles, and it is essential to determine whether they benefit more from telehealth or printed materials (Chike-Harris et al., 2021).
Engaging the patient’s interest: Patients should understand the importance of adopting healthier lifestyle choices, with education customized to their learning preferences. Some patients may prefer detailed explanations, while others may benefit from a brief checklist of the essentials (Yen & Leasure, 2019).
Considering the patient’s abilities: Identifying any mental, emotional, or physical limitations that could hinder the patient’s ability to learn is crucial. For example, if a patient has difficulty hearing, using visual aids or hands-on techniques may be more effective (Yen & Leasure, 2019).

Slide 6: Collaboration and Implementation

Lee and Bae (2018) emphasize that the Chronic Care Model (CCM) enhances care coordination by helping healthcare professionals develop treatment plans after thoroughly analyzing patients’ conditions. The CCM allows providers and patients to work together to identify issues and solutions. With the CCM, healthcare teams—including the patient, their family, primary care provider, care coordinator, nutritionists, and physiotherapists—collaborate to deliver comprehensive care based on the patient’s specific needs (Lee & Bae, 2018).

Slide 7: Plans to Collaborate and Partner

To foster collaboration among team members, I propose the following strategies:

Create a social platform for collaboration: Weekly team meetings or brainstorming sessions provide a space for staff to discuss patient care and develop optimal treatment plans (Moser et al., 2018).
Enhance communication and information sharing: Integrating collaboration into daily activities encourages a cooperative environment. Establishing processes for routine teamwork can increase team unity, morale, and productivity (Schmutz et al., 2019).
Use technology for communication: Implementing a HIPAA-compliant messaging platform can further enhance staff collaboration (Ganapathy et al., 2020).

Outcomes of the New Process

Slide 8: Results Evaluation

The OECD developed six criteria to assess strategies: relevance, coherence, effectiveness, efficiency, impact, and sustainability (OECD, 2021). These criteria allow for a more precise evaluation of process outcomes.

Slide 9: Improved Collaboration

Effective interprofessional collaboration will result in better outcomes for overweight hypertensive patients. Through collaboration, healthcare staff can develop more accurate and efficient methods to educate patients, encouraging healthier lifestyle choices and improving overall health outcomes (Schommer et al., 2018).

Academic Support for Interprofessional Collaboration

Slide 10: Academic Evidence

According to Ansa et al. (2020), interprofessional collaboration enhances patient outcomes by fostering respect for the expertise and contributions of all team members. Collaboration is particularly important given the growing complexity of patient care (Ansa et al., 2020). Studies have shown that interprofessional collaboration in healthcare can improve efficiency, reduce clinical errors, and increase patient satisfaction (Arenson & Brandt, 2021).

Slide 11: Ethical Considerations

Interprofessional collaboration provides patients with better communication and access to care, but healthcare providers must uphold ethical principles, particularly regarding patient privacy and confidentiality (Varkey, 2021). It is also essential to respect the diverse cultures, beliefs, and professional roles within healthcare teams. Providers should work to build trust with their patients and colleagues (Varkey, 2021).

Slide 12: Respecting Patient Autonomy

A fundamental ethical principle in healthcare is patient autonomy, which gives patients the right to refuse treatment (Pirotte & Benson, 2021). Providers must respect patients’ decisions while ensuring they have the information needed to make informed choices about their treatment. Clinicians should not impose their will on overweight hypertensive patients but rather provide comprehensive, accurate information and support their informed choices (Pirotte & Benson, 2021).

Conclusion

Healthcare professionals must collaborate to develop effective strategies for educating overweight hypertensive patients on healthier lifestyle choices. Interdisciplinary collaboration enables the creation of more accurate and efficient educational methods, which can inspire patients to adopt healthier habits.

References

Ansa, B. E., Zechariah, S., Gates, A. M., Johnson, S. W., Heboyan, V., & De Leo, G. (2020). Attitudes and behavior towards interprofessional collaboration among healthcare professionals in a large academic medical center. Healthcare, 8(3), 323. https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare8030323
Arenson, C., & Brandt, B. F. (2021). The importance of interprofessional practice in family medicine residency education. Family Medicine. https://doi.org/10.22454/fammed.2021.151177
Chike-Harris, K. E., Durham, C., Logan, A., Smith, G., & DuBose-Morris, R. (2021). Integration of telehealth education into the health care provider curriculum: A review. Telemedicine and E-Health, 27(2), 137–149. https://doi.org/10.1089/tmj.2019.0261
Cosimo Marcello, B., Maria Domenica, A., Gabriele, P., Elisa, M., & Francesca, B. (2018). Lifestyle and hypertension: An evidence-based review. Journal of Hypertension and Management, 4(1). https://doi.org/10.23937/2474-3690/1510030

NURS FPX 6614 Assessment 2 Enhancing Performance as Collaborators in Care

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