Remote monitoring project reduces hospital readmissions
Patients with congestive heart failure and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease who participated in a pilot remote monitoring program with Michigan-based Residential Home Health had a 3% rate of hospital readmissions compared with 25% of similar patients not in the program. The project focused on patient education, preventing medication errors and daily monitoring of vital signs. Crain's Detroit Business (free registration) (4/24)
WOW...I read one book in my BSN program that foretold of this novel concept. Though in the book it clearly suggests a path for the ARNP to monitor patients via video feed or monitoring them via methods such as Skype. Scotty can you Beam me UP???
But really, how many patients may be more compliant and not require coming back into the hospital for the same diagnosis over and over again.
Now, I understand the aging process and forgetfulness and hard of hearing and all the issues that come with getting older but the alternative...NOT so good...
Here is where the family should play their part and help their aging parent or relative stay safe. those without a decent family will need such innovative techniques...but the rest...
And Really it is a shame that people require this level of monitoring, why not just sign a DNR and continue non-compliant behavior, enjoy the ride and embrace whatever lifestyle you have chosen.
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