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Implementation of an age-friendly care initiative in an acute care setting: Overcoming challenges and measuring outcomes
Background
The aging U.S. population requires innovative care approaches. Our medical center implemented the Age-Friendly Health Systems "4Ms" framework—what Matters, Medication, Mentation, and Mobility—using a Plan-Do-Study-Act quality improvement approach.
Methods
Launched in December 2019 on two inpatient units, this nurse-led project aimed to improve care for hospitalized adults aged 70+. Key interventions included enhancing documentation of patient goals, reducing high-risk medications, implementing delirium prevention strategies, and supporting mobility. Metrics tracked included 4Ms adherence, Beers® Criteria medication orders, delirium incidence, and ambulation distances.
Results
Over five years, 4Ms adherence rose from 81% to 100%, Beers Criteria medication orders decreased, and ambulation distances improved while falls and delirium rates remained stable. Patient education initiatives enhanced satisfaction.
Conclusions
The successful 4Ms initiative has expanded across all inpatient units and is being implemented system wide.
期刊介绍:
Geriatric Nursing is a comprehensive source for clinical information and management advice relating to the care of older adults. The journal''s peer-reviewed articles report the latest developments in the management of acute and chronic disorders and provide practical advice on care of older adults across the long term continuum. Geriatric Nursing addresses current issues related to drugs, advance directives, staff development and management, legal issues, client and caregiver education, infection control, and other topics. The journal is written specifically for nurses and nurse practitioners who work with older adults in any care setting.