NURS FPX 4005 Assessment 3

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Capella University

NURS-FPX4005 Nursing Leadership: Focusing on People, Processes, and Organizations

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Interdisciplinary Plan Proposal

The increasing prevalence of Type 2 diabetes at St. Paul Regional Health Center necessitates a structured, interdisciplinary approach to patient education and care management. Many patients struggle with self-management due to insufficient education, poor dietary guidance, and psychological challenges (Adhikari et al., 2021). To address these challenges, this proposal outlines the implementation of a comprehensive diabetes education program within the outpatient diabetes management department. This program will employ a team-based approach to enhance self-care behaviors, ultimately reducing diabetes-related complications.

Objective

The primary objective of this initiative is to develop an interdisciplinary diabetes education program involving primary care providers, nurses, dietitians, pharmacists, and behavioral health specialists. This collaboration aims to improve patient adherence to self-management strategies, thereby enhancing glycemic control, reducing hospital readmissions, and minimizing long-term healthcare costs. Research has shown that interdisciplinary diabetes care leads to better patient outcomes and decreased healthcare expenditures (Nurchis et al., 2022).

Questions and Predictions

The success of this initiative will be guided by several key questions. Firstly, how does interdisciplinary collaboration impact patient adherence to diabetes self-management? The program is expected to improve adherence to prescribed medication, dietary recommendations, and physical activity by 20% within six months. Secondly, what barriers might hinder the successful implementation of the program? Initial resistance from both nursing staff and patients is anticipated, but ongoing education and support will help mitigate these concerns.

Another critical question involves the effect of the program on hospital readmission rates. Based on prior studies, a 15% reduction in readmissions is expected due to improved self-management practices (Pugh et al., 2021). Additionally, the impact of the program on interdisciplinary team workload will be analyzed. While a 10% increase in workload is anticipated initially, structured workflows will enhance overall efficiency. Finally, financial implications must be considered. Although initial costs related to training and technology investment will be incurred, these expenses are projected to be offset by reduced emergency care utilization and fewer diabetes-related complications (Haque et al., 2021).

Interdisciplinary Plan Proposal – Summary Table

Conclusion

The proposed interdisciplinary diabetes education program at St. Paul Regional Health Center aims to enhance patient self-management and improve health outcomes. By fostering collaboration among healthcare providers and utilizing technology for seamless care coordination, the initiative is expected to reduce hospitalizations, lower costs, and improve the quality of life for diabetes patients. Ultimately, this structured approach will contribute to healthier patients and a more sustainable healthcare system.

References

Adhikari, M., Devkota, H. R., & Cesuroglu, T. (2021). Barriers to and facilitators of diabetes self-management practices in Rupandehi, Nepal—Multiple stakeholders’ perspective. BMC Public Health, 21(1). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-021-11308-4

Haque, W. Z., Demidowich, A. P., Sidhaye, A., Golden, S. H., & Zilbermint, M. (2021). The financial impact of an inpatient diabetes management service. Current Diabetes Reports, 21(2). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11892-020-01374-0

Miles, M. C., Richardson, K. M., Wolfe, R., Hairston, K., Cleveland, M., Kelly, C., Lippert, J., Mastandrea, N., & Pruitt, Z. (2023). Using Kotter’s change management framework to redesign departmental GME recruitment. Journal of Graduate Medical Education, 15(1), 98–104. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9934828/

Ng, Y. K., Shah, N. M., Chen, T. F., Loganadan, N. K., Kong, S. H., Cheng, Y. Y., Sharifudin, S. S. M., & Chong, W. W. (2023). Impact of a training program on hospital pharmacists’ patient-centered communication attitudes and behaviors. Exploratory Research in Clinical and Social Pharmacy, 11, 100325. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rcsop.2023.100325

NURS FPX 4005 Assessment 3

Nurchis, M. C., Sessa, G., Pascucci, D., Sassano, M., Lombi, L., & Damiani, G. (2022). Interprofessional collaboration and diabetes management in primary care: A systematic review and meta-analysis of patient-reported outcomes. Journal of Personalized Medicine, 12(4). https://doi.org/10.3390/jpm12040643

Pugh, J., Penney, L. S., Noël, P. H., Neller, S., Mader, M., Finley, E. P., Lanham, H. J., & Leykum, L. (2021). Evidence-based processes to prevent readmissions: More is better, a ten-site observational study. BioMed Central Health Services Research, 21(1). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12913-021-06193-x

Robertson, S. T., Rosbergen, I. C. M., Jones, A. B., Grimley, R. S., & Brauer, S. G. (2022). The effect of the electronic health record on interprofessional practice: A systematic review. Applied Clinical Informatics, 13(03), 541–559. https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0042-1748855

Segal, Y., & Gunturu, S. (2024). Psychological issues associated with obesity. PubMed; StatPearls Publishing. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK603747/

Ystaas, L. M. K., Nikitara, M., Ghobrial, S., Latzourakis, E., Polychronis, G., & Constantinou, C. S. (2023). The impact of transformational leadership in the nursing work environment and patients’ outcomes: A systematic review. Nursing Reports, 13(3), 1271–1290. https://doi.org/10.3390/nursrep13030108