Reference no: EM133219873

Background: 

CHF is a progressive condition that affects the pumping ability of the heart. It is a leading cause of hospitalization in the United States, and patients with CHF have a high readmission rate.

There is evidence that post-discharge interventions can reduce readmission rates. One study found that home visits by an NP after discharge reduced 30-day readmission rates by 50%.

The goal of this DNP project is to reduce the 30-day readmission rate for CHF patients at the hospital by implementing post-discharge interventions with NP follow-up.

Methods:

1. Review the 30-day readmission rates for CHF patients at the hospital.

2. Implement post-discharge interventions with NP follow-up for CHF patients.

3. Evaluate the 30-day readmission rates for CHF patients at the hospital.

Results:

The 30-day readmission rate for CHF patients at the hospital was reduced by implementing post-discharge interventions with NP follow-up.

There are a few ways that you could go about implementing post-discharge interventions with NP follow-up in order to reduce 30-day readmission rates for CHF patients. One way would be to develop a protocol for post-discharge care that includes NP follow-up. The goal of this project is to reduce the 30-day readmission rate for HF patients at the hospital by implementing post - discharge interventions with NP - follow up. By setting short - term, intermediate, and long-term objectives, I will be able to track the progress of the project and ensure that the project is on track to meet its goals.

Question:

What data supports your proposed project, what are the barriers?

Please let me know if additional info needed.