Document Type
Capstone
Abstract
What is occupational therapy's (OT's) role for patients with LVADs in the acute care setting? OT addresses activities of daily living (, endurance. fine motor coordination. preparation for discharge. and evaluations for patients both pre- and post-LVAD implantation. Expectations of OT for this population are not clear to OT practitioners and members of the multidisciplinary LVAD team due to a current gap in literature. The purpose of this project is to develop an evidence-based practice guideline on OT's role for patients with LVADs in the acute care setting. The practice guideline is intended to be used by OTs working with the LVAD population to increase awareness, help guide evaluations and treatment sessions. The practice guideline was presented at UNC Hospital during a 30-minute lunch and learn session to acute care OTs currently treating patients with LVADs. An online pre- and post-presentation survey was completed by participants to measure the effectiveness of the practice guideline. Survey results indicate that use of a practice guideline provides clear expectations on OT' s role for this population and can result in increased OT service referrals. Future implications of this research would consist of a similar presentation to the multidisciplinary LVAD team.
Publication Date
4-15-2024
Recommended Citation
Roberson, Rachel, "Occupational Therapy's Role for Patients with Left Ventricular Assist Devices (LVADs) in Acute Care" (2024). MOT Student Capstones. 138.
https://riches.cabarruscollege.edu/mot-student-capstones/138
