Relationship of nursing education and care management inpatient rehabilitation interventions and patient characteristics to outcomes following spinal cord injury: The SCIRehab project

This study investigates how nursing education and care management during inpatient rehabilitation affect the recovery and well-being of patients with spinal cord injury (SCI). It looks at factors like functional abilities, community involvement, and overall quality of life. The research examines the time nurses spend on specific activities, such as educating patients about bladder management, providing emotional support, and coordinating with the healthcare team. It then analyzes how these activities relate to patient outcomes one year after their injury. The ultimate goal is to identify which nursing interventions are most effective in helping SCI patients achieve better functional outcomes, participate more fully in their communities, and experience a higher quality of life after their rehabilitation.

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  Greater patient participation in nursing activities is associated with better outcomes, suggesting nurses should encourage active involvement.
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  More RN time spent coordinating with the care team correlates with higher patient life satisfaction and mobility.
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  Increased time providing psychosocial support is linked to improved mobility, occupation scores, and a greater likelihood of returning to work or school.