1. A system for addressing patient needs
Purposeful Rounding
A system for addressing patient needs
Pain
Potty
“How is your Pain?”
Assess/ Reassess
“Let me take you to the bathroom now. I don’t want you to have to wait on a call light later to go.”
Pump
& Equipment
Position
All equipment is functioning and out of Pathway?
Q2 IV site checks Bed/Chair Alarms
SCD’s
Turn Q2 for at risk pts
Reposition for comfort
Bed Low and Locked
Pathways Clear
“Do you have everything you need within reach?” –Call light? Phone? Glasses?
Possessions
What is it?
At least once every 2 hours, a designated staff member enters the room and address the 5Ps of patient care (above)
Introduce yourself using unit consistent scripting
Perform your scheduled tasks
Address the 5Ps and any other comfort needs
Prior to leaving, ask the patient, “I plan to be back in (time period), but is there anything else I can help you with now?”
Why is it important?
It can decrease falls by up to 60%1
Reduces pressure ulcer development
39% reduction in call light frequency2
Creates more time for patient care and charting2
Increases patient satisfaction