Repetitive needlesticks impact patients in the short and long term, says this CNO.
On this episode of HL Shorts, we hear from Michele Acito, executive vice president and chief nursing officer at Holy Name Medical Center, about how repetitive needlesticks and other uncomfortable procedures impact care delivery and the patient experience. Tune in to hear her insights.
G Hatfield is the CNO editor for HealthLeaders.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Repetitive needlesticks increase pain and axniety in patients, which can impact their health literacy.
In the short term, patients are not hearing about their care, and in the long term, they're not hearing about the things they need to do upon discharge.