Degree Name

Nursing Practice, DNP

Publication Date

6-14-2024

Upload Date

2024

First Advisor

Linda Latting

Abstract

Acute care nurses often struggle with the complexities of managing patient-operated insulin pumps (PIPs) due to limitations in training. With the rising prevalence of insulin pumps, equipping nurses with the necessary skills to navigate these devices effectively is essential. This quality improvement project addressed this critical gap by enhancing bedside nurses' self-efficacy in PIP management. Drawing upon Bandura's self-efficacy theory, this project hypothesized that targeted educational interventions could significantly improve nurses' confidence in managing PIPs. A four-week educational program was implemented to cover basic knowledge, troubleshooting, and patient interaction aspects of insulin pump management. The intervention tool was designed to assess changes in self-efficacy, a pre-and post-survey, and adhered to the Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP) Guidelines for the Use of Insulin Pumps During Hospitalization. Quantitative data was analyzed using paired t-tests. The findings revealed a statistically significant increase in nurses' self-efficacy scores regarding PIP management after program participation. These outcomes suggest that targeted educational interventions can empower nurses and enhance their skills in managing PIPs, potentially leading to improved patient care outcomes in diabetes technologies and management. This project underscores the critical role of fostering nurses' self-efficacy through targeted educational programs. By addressing knowledge gaps and boosting self-confidence, this project supports integrating these educational modules into ongoing professional development programs, ensuring all nurses excel in managing diabetes care technology.

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