Uncovering the Impact of Missed Oral Care in Healthcare Settings: A Critical Examination

Posted: December 23, 2024
The article investigated the extent of missed oral care in a Northern Italian university hospital, highlighting its significance in preventing systemic health problems. The study found that providing oral care ranked as the third-most missed nursing care due to resource shortages and high patient turnover. Despite low adoption of oral care policies, no significant associations were found between missed oral care and nurses' characteristics or departmental policies. The study underscores the importance of implementing evidence-based oral care policies and practices to address the widespread issue of missed oral care in acute care settings.

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