Date of Submission
Spring 4-23-2021
Document Type
Manuscript
Degree Name
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Department
Nursing
First Advisor
Dr. Trinette Radasa
Second Advisor
Dr. Mahmoud Kaddoura
Abstract
Objective: To appraise and evaluate evidence recognizing the lack of effective staff education on de-escalation techniques, the impact that this creates on nursing practice, and staff perceptions on de-escalation methods and techniques in acute care inpatient and/or outpatient mental health settings.
Methods: Three databases were searched (CINAHL, PubMed, and PsycINFO) to identify articles/reviews which focused on de-escalation techniques and training. Additionally, five journals were also reviewed to help with the search process. Specific inclusion criteria were used to streamline the search process and to help identify articles/reviews which were primarily focused on the desired objective. Five different articles were identified and appraised using different appraisal tools.
Results: There is an overall lack of evidence displaying the benefits of de-escalation techniques and de-escalation staff trainings due to a lack of proper evaluative methods. Staff perceptions regarding de-escalation techniques also differ from optimal practice. The transference of de-escalation education and training to real-life practice is lacking.
Conclusions: De-escalation staff trainings within acute care mental health inpatient and/or outpatient settings should be properly evaluated to identify potential improvements in memory and retention of de-escalation education. Improving these trainings will lead to increased technique utility during appropriate situations and will potentially lead to better patient outcomes, decrease in injuries and lessened costs.
Recommended Citation
Bajwa, Balraj, "Scholarly Manuscript: Deficiencies in Memory and Effective Education of De-Escalation Techniques in Mental Health Settings" (2021). DNP Qualifying Manuscripts. 49.
https://repository.usfca.edu/dnp_qualifying/49
