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Multi-disciplinary perceptions of patient group directions as a replacement for the pro re nata prescribing of antipsychotic medications in acute mental health settings.
- Source :
- Journal of Advanced Nursing (John Wiley & Sons, Inc.); Oct2011, Vol. 67 Issue 10, p2191-2199, 9p
- Publication Year :
- 2011
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Abstract
- baker j. (2011) Multi-disciplinary perceptions of patient group directions as a replacement for the pro re nata prescribing of antipsychotic medications in acute mental health settings. Journal of Advanced Nursing 67(9), 2191-2199. Abstract Background. Patient group directions have been used in the NHS for 10 years. Despite high levels of reported use, few studies have examined staff perceptions or evaluated them in practice. In mental health services, pro re nata prescriptions continue to contribute to high doses and polypharmacy of antipsychotics. Replacing pro re nata with patient group directions might improve the quality and safety of care associated with this practice. Aims. This study aimed to explore the acceptability of patient group directions in acute mental health services. Method. Qualitative methods were used. Data were analysed using thematic content analysis. Twenty-six members of the multi-disciplinary team (doctors, nurses and pharmacists) participated in either focus groups or individual interviews in 2009. Results. A broad range of benefits were suggested, including improved safety and access to treatments, and the professional development of nurses. However, concerns also emerged about the need for a culture shift in thinking, and the danger of multiple systems for the supply of medicines. Conclusion. Despite the widespread use of patient group directions in clinical settings in the last 10 years, limited research has examined their development and potential. Patient group directions can potentially give a rigorous means of supplying or administering medicines. However, their development requires careful consideration. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Subjects :
- MENTAL illness treatment
ANTIPSYCHOTIC agents
ATTITUDE (Psychology)
CLINICAL competence
COMPARATIVE studies
CONTENT analysis
FOCUS groups
HEALTH care teams
INTERVIEWING
RESEARCH methodology
MEDICAL personnel
MENTAL health personnel
MENTAL health services
NURSES
PHARMACISTS
PSYCHIATRIC nursing
PSYCHIATRISTS
RESEARCH funding
QUALITATIVE research
PROFESSIONAL practice
JUDGMENT sampling
OCCUPATIONAL roles
THEMATIC analysis
Subjects
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 03092402
- Volume :
- 67
- Issue :
- 10
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Journal of Advanced Nursing (John Wiley & Sons, Inc.)
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 65217574
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-2648.2011.05661.x