Implementing evidence-based practices: considerations for the hospice setting

Sara Sanders; Melissa Lehan Mackin; Jimmy Reyes; Keela Herr; Marita Titler; Perry Fine; Chris Forcucci

doi:10.1177/1049909109358695

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Implementing evidence-based practices: considerations for the hospice setting

Sara Sanders, Melissa Lehan Mackin, Jimmy Reyes, Keela Herr, Marita Titler, Perry Fine and Chris Forcucci

American journal of hospice & palliative medicine, Vol.27(6), pp.369-376

09/2010

DOI: 10.1177/1049909109358695

PMCID: PMC4374642

PMID: 20167834

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Abstract

With increased regulation and scrutiny of outcomes, hospice programs are being challenged to consider the implementation of evidence-based practices (EBPs). This study reports findings from hospice director interviews and staff focus groups, which occurred following the completion of a multifaceted translating research into practice (TRIP) intervention designed to promote evidence-based pain management practices. The purpose of this article is to provide background on the use of EBPs, to report facilitators and barriers to overall implementation of pain management EBPs in hospice, and to provide recommendations for hospices interested in increasing the use of EBPs. Three areas for evaluation prior to implementing an EBP initiative in hospices were identified: community, agency, and staff cultures. Recommendations for implementation of EBPs in hospices are provided.

United States

Adult

Evidence-Based Medicine

Female

Focus Groups

Guideline Adherence

Health Plan Implementation - methods

Health Services Research

Hospice Care - methods

Hospices - methods

Humans

Male

Middle Aged

Neoplasms - therapy

Pain Management

Physician Executives

Quality Assurance, Health Care - methods

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Title: Subtitle: Implementing evidence-based practices: considerations for the hospice setting
Creators: Sara Sanders - University of Iowa, Liberal Arts and Science Admin
Melissa Lehan Mackin - University of Iowa, Nursing
Jimmy Reyes - University of Iowa, Community and Behavioral Health
Keela Herr - University of Iowa, Nursing
Marita Titler - University of Michigan
Perry Fine
Chris Forcucci - University of Iowa, Nursing
Resource Type: Journal article
Publication Details: American journal of hospice & palliative medicine, Vol.27(6), pp.369-376
DOI: 10.1177/1049909109358695
PMID: 20167834
PMCID: PMC4374642
NLM abbreviation: Am J Hosp Palliat Care
ISSN: 1049-9091
eISSN: 1938-2715
Grant note: R01 CA115363 / NCI NIH HHS R01CA115363 / NCI NIH HHS
Language: English
Date published: 09/2010
Academic Unit: Liberal Arts and Science Admin; Nursing Administration and Gen; School of Social Work; Nursing; Community and Behavioral Health
Record Identifier: 9983557456802771

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