AGE-FRIENDLY HEALTH SYSTEM “4MS STOP-AND-WATCH” PROGRAM: A CNA EDUCATION INITIATIVE IN LONG-TERM CARE
2024
4Ms Stop-and-Watch Program for CNAs in Long-Term Care
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Author Information
Author(s): Elliott Susan
Primary Institution: Saint Louis University School of Medicine
Hypothesis
The integration of Certified Nursing Assistants into the Age-Friendly Health System can improve care practices in long-term facilities.
Conclusion
The initiative successfully engaged CNAs in identifying and addressing key health system practices.
Supporting Evidence
- CNAs were trained on the Age-Friendly Health System concepts.
- Participants used a paper form to identify health practices during shifts.
- Feedback was provided to CNAs and facility administration.
Takeaway
This program helps nursing assistants learn how to better care for residents by watching for important health signs.
Methodology
CNAs participated in training and used a form to report on health practices during their shifts.
Participant Demographics
Certified Nursing Assistants in a long-term care facility.
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