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    Sensory Devices for Older Adults with Behavioural Disturbances in the Emergency Department: A Descriptive Study

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    Authors
    Cabilan, C.J.
    Meyer, Audrey
    Elmore, Rebecca
    Nash, Terry
    Eley, Robert
    Tuckett, Anthony
    Date
    2021
    Type
    Journal Article
    
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    Cabilan, C.J. and Meyer, A. and Elmore, R. and Nash, T. and Eley, R. and Tuckett, A. 2021. Sensory Devices for Older Adults with Behavioural Disturbances in the Emergency Department: A Descriptive Study. Journal of Gerontological Nursing. 47 (4): pp. 22-27.
    Source Title
    Journal of Gerontological Nursing
    DOI
    10.3928/00989134-20210309-03
    ISSN
    0098-9134
    Faculty
    Faculty of Health Sciences
    School
    Curtin School of Nursing
    URI
    http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/83532
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    • Curtin Research Publications
    Abstract

    Nonpharmacological strategies are advocated for the management of behavioral disturbance in older adults due to risk of harm from pharmacological therapy; however, limited evidence supports their use in emergency departments (EDs). The current descriptive study was conducted to investigate the use of sensory devices for nonpharmacological management of behavioral disturbance and their perceived impact. Data were collected from the sensory device registry, electronic medical records, and survey. Patient-level data (N = 33) showed that sensory devices, such as tactile blankets or toys and music, can be used in EDs to alleviate behavioral disturbance among older adults. ED staff (n = 22) expressed an interest to increase device supply. A patient and caregiver (n = 2) suggested that the devices be initiated earlier in ED care. Further research is required to strengthen evidence on the impact of these devices on patient outcomes.

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