Improving Patients’ Empowerment Through Self-Administration of Subcutaneous GCSF (Granulocyte Colony-Stimulating Factor) Injections
Care Continuum
National University Health System Quality Improvement
National University Health System
31 December 2021
Reduce the number of patients returning for subcutaneous GCSF injections by empowering self-administration. Patient empowerment through education improved outcomes and reduced clinic visits, fulfilling the study's objectives.
Year Submitted: 2021
Published Date: 31 December 2021
Tags: Care Continuum, Preventive Care, Patient Education
About this Content
Aims
Reduce the number of patients returning for subcutaneous GCSF injections by empowering self-administration.
Background
Patients requiring GCSF injections faced logistical challenges, with low uptake of self-administration techniques.
Methods
Conducted educational demonstration sessions on self-administration; provided ongoing support to patients and caregivers.
Results
78% of patients or caregivers performed self-administration post-education, with no complications reported.
Conclusion
Patient empowerment through education improved outcomes and reduced clinic visits, fulfilling the study's objectives.
Lessons Learnt
Early education builds trust and confidence, reducing caregiver burden and enhancing patient independence.
Keywords
Self-Administration, Patient Empowerment
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National University Health System |
Organization(s) Involved | Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, Jurong Community Hospital |
Platform(s) | National University Health System Quality Improvement |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Allied Health, Nursing, Medical |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Oncology |
Project Lead(s) | Sow Hsia Loke Cheryl |
Project Member(s) | Wee Chiew Tan Elene |
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Cheryl Loke - sh_loke@hotmail.com
Project Attachment
C188_NTFGH_JCH_QM_2021_Improving_Patients_Empowerment_Through_Self_Admin.pdf