Implementing a Communication Model to Enhance Patient-Centered Care

  • Jazieh A
  • Al Sudairy R
  • Al Shami M
  • et al.
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Abstract

Background: Family involvement is essential in providing patient-centered care. It is very challenging to adapt into the health-care system. Our project aims at implementing a culturally tailored communication model to systematically involve a family in patient care. Materials and Methods: A multidisciplinary team was established to implement our previously developed communication model. We used rapid plan–do–study–act (PDSA) cycles of improvement to test the set of interventions to incorporate learned lessons into the project activities. The communication model was implemented in stages starting from the emergency department (ED) and expanding to different hospital units. Result: Fifteen PDSA cycles were conducted in the ED, intensive care unit, and inpatient wards. A clear algorithm on how to appoint the most responsible family members was developed and points of communication with the family were identified. Educational materials were developed for patients and families in addition to staff education about the program. There was a strong acceptance of the concept from families and staff, and the process is being implemented into our electronic health records. Conclusion: Our communication model was well accepted by patients, their families, and our staff. The plan is to automate the process for sustainability by making it an integral component of the electronic medical records and to introduce it throughout our system.

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Jazieh, A. R., Al Sudairy, R., Al Shami, M., Yaqub, A., Al Khesaifi, A., Al-Dorzi, H. M., & Fayad, M. (2018). Implementing a Communication Model to Enhance Patient-Centered Care. Global Journal on Quality and Safety in Healthcare, 1(2), 38–43. https://doi.org/10.4103/jqsh.jqsh_15_18

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