Abstract

The aim of this project is to test the effectiveness of a discharge medication education tool and teaching method on patient medication adherence, retention, and understanding of inpatient discharge medications. To verify the use of a tool that can be used universally for discharge patient medication education.

Author Details

Stephanie R. Wooten, MSN, RN; Kristen Nall, MSN, RN -- Endoscopy, Midland Memorial Hospital, Midland, Texas, USA

Sigma Membership

Upsilon

Lead Author Affiliation

Midland Memorial Hospital, Midland, Texas, USA

Type

Poster

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

N/A

Keywords:

Discharge Medication, Medication Education, Teaching Method

Conference Name

29th International Nursing Research Congress

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Melbourne, Australia

Conference Year

2018

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Discharge medication education tool to improve patient retention and adherence

Melbourne, Australia

The aim of this project is to test the effectiveness of a discharge medication education tool and teaching method on patient medication adherence, retention, and understanding of inpatient discharge medications. To verify the use of a tool that can be used universally for discharge patient medication education.