Authors

  1. Weser , Veronica U.
  2. Crocker , Abigail
  3. Murray , Thomas S.
  4. Wright , Jayson
  5. Truesdell , Erin J.K.
  6. Ciaburri , Rebecca
  7. Marks , Asher M.
  8. Martinello , Richard A.
  9. Hieftje , Kimberly D.

Abstract

Steps should be taken to improve communication about IP behaviors between patient family members and frontline staff. Reducing nurse burden of providing just-in-time HH reminders to patient family members through increased IP education may decrease stress and facilitate IP behaviors. This has the potential to decrease infection spread and improve patient outcomes. The development of interventions targeting stakeholder communication is therefore warranted, but additional research is needed to understand the timing and process for delivery of the educational material.