Supervised Feeding in the Geriatric Ward
Care Process & Redesign
National Healthcare Group Quality Improvement
National Healthcare Group
31 December 2019
Increase supervised feeding compliance in the geriatric ward from 15.5% to 100% within six months. Sustained compliance requires periodic training, robust guidelines, and monitoring mechanisms.
Year Submitted: 2019
Published Date: 31 December 2019
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Quality Improvement, Job Effectiveness, Value Based Care, Safe Care, Risk Management, Preventive Approach
About this Content
Aims
Increase supervised feeding compliance in the geriatric ward from 15.5% to 100% within six months.
Background
Dependence on oral feeding increases pneumonia risk. Past incidents led to the creation of supervised feeding guidelines, but compliance was inconsistent.
Methods
Reinforced guidelines through training and weekly roll calls; rolled out written protocols to clarify roles for supervised versus assisted feeding.
Results
Achieved 100% compliance within one month but noted decline over time; estimated cost avoidance of $11K annually by reducing inappropriate recommendations.
Conclusion
Sustained compliance requires periodic training, robust guidelines, and monitoring mechanisms.
Lessons Learnt
Ongoing reminders, staff engagement, and clear, sustainable protocols are essential for long-term adherence to supervised feeding.
Additional Information
Presented at CHI Learning & Development Forum
Keywords
Supervised Feeding, Quality Improvement, Geriatric Care, Process Improvement
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National Healthcare Group |
Organization(s) Involved | Tan Tock Seng Hospital |
Platform(s) | National Healthcare Group Quality Improvement |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Nursing |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Geriatric Medicine, Speech Therapy, Pulmonology |
Project Lead(s) | Jasmine Boo Pei Ling |
Project Member(s) | Castillo Baby Clemencia Gonda |
Connect with this contributor!
Jasmine Boo Pei Ling - jasmine_pl_boo@ttsh.com.sg
Project Attachment
267_TTSH_ST_Supervised_Feeding_in_the_Geriatric_Ward_combine.pdf