Nurses' perceptions of hospital-acquired conditions in older adults in acute care settings: A randomized vignette-based study.
Geriatr NursJul 17, 2026 (epub)
Mélanie Verdon, Cédric Mabire, Delphine S Courvoisier et al.
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In 30 seconds
This randomized controlled trial explored nurses' perceptions of factors contributing to hospital-acquired conditions in older adults within acute care settings. The study found that cognitive impairment significantly decreased the likelihood of nurses perceiving these conditions as preventable (OR=0.32; 95% CI: 0.14-0.69).
Key findings
- Cognitive impairment was the only factor significantly influencing perceptions of preventability (OR=0.32; 95% CI: 0.14-0.69).
- Nurses' gender was significantly associated with the perception of preventability (p=0.048).
Why it matters
Understanding nurses' perceptions of preventability regarding hospital-acquired conditions can inform training and awareness initiatives, ultimately improving patient care and outcomes in older adults.