Monday, May 1, 2017: 4:00 PM-5:00 PM
Lincoln West (Washington Hilton) - Concourse Level
Faculty:
Patricia Talone, MSPT, Main Line Health Home Care and Hospice, Radnor, PA and Terre L. Mirsch, MS, BSN, NEA-BC, CHPN, CHPCA, Main Line Health Home Care and Hospice, Radnor, PA
This session will describe the methodology in designing a Falls Reduction QAPI (Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement) project and the metrics used to monitor the program outcomes. Join faculty for a lively discussion regarding the effectiveness of a Falls Reduction Program, including proper interventions and education for clients, caregivers and hospice staff.
Learning Objectives:
1. Describe a continuous improvement methodology used in designing a Falls Reduction QAPI (Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement) project
2. List three intervention strategies for implementing a successful Falls Reduction Program
3. Discuss the clinical, operational and financial metrics used to analyze and monitor outcomes of a Falls Reduction program
CE/CME: Nurse, Physician, Quality Professional and Social Worker