Medication administration and interruptions in nursing homes: A qualitative observational study

Journal of Clinical Nursing
Kristian Ringsby OdbergSigrid Wangensteen

Abstract

To contribute in-depth knowledge of the characteristics of medication administration and interruptions in nursing homes. The following research questions guided the study: How can the medication administration process in nursing homes be described? How can interruptions during the medication administration process in nursing homes be characterized? Medication administration is a vital process across healthcare settings, and earlier research in nursing homes is sparse. The medication administration process is prone to interruptions that may lead to adverse drug events. On the other hand, interruptions may also have positive effects on patient safety. A qualitative observational study design was applied. Data were collected using partial participant observations. An inductive content analysis was performed. Factors that contributed to the observed complexity of medication administration in nursing homes were the high number of single tasks, varying degree of linearity, the variability of technological solutions, demands regarding documentation and staff's apparent freedom as to how and where to perform medication-related activities. Interruptions during medication administration are prevalent and can be characterised as passive (...Continue Reading

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