Date of Conferral
5-26-2025
Date of Award
May 2025
Degree
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
School
Nursing
Advisor
Mark Wells
Abstract
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are considered the most common infections in healthcare, particularly in nursing homes. If appropriate preventive measures are taken, infection rates will be reduced. The DNP project aimed to enhance clinicians' knowledge to reduce and prevent UTIs in nursing homes. This knowledge expansion also significantly has potential to reduce the risk of unnecessary hospitalizations. A knowledge gap was identified that focused on the necessary preventive measures to impact patient outcomes positively. Addressing this in nursing is essential because it can help reduce mortality risks. The participants consisted of six registered nurses and six certified nurse assistants who directly cared for the residents. The pretest and posttest results showed an increased understanding of UTI on only one question out of 10 from 50% to 67%. The remainder did not change with six at 100% for pretest and posttest. The implications for nursing practice are that increased education and learning support will provide the residents better care. Improved quality of care can support positive social change and ensure that the best care has been provided to reduce mortality and morbidity risks.
Recommended Citation
Lor, Yia, "Staff Education to Increase Knowledge and Education of Urinary Tract Infection to Reduce Rehospitalization" (2025). Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies. 17872.
https://scholarworks.waldenu.edu/dissertations/17872
