The global dementia population is rapidly increasing, projected to exceed 75 million by 2030. This growth emphasizes the need to improve healthcare services, particularly in acute hospital settings, where nurses play a crucial role in shaping the experiences of patients with dementia. This review synthesizes evidence on nursing interventions aimed at enhancing care for hospitalized patients with dementia, guiding future intervention development and implementation.

Dementia often coexists with other health issues, leading to higher hospital admissions and challenges like responsive behaviors that complicate care. Nursing interventions such as the Gentle Persuasive Approach and P.I.E.C.E.S. model have been developed to manage these behaviors and improve outcomes. However, variability in applying nonpharmacologic interventions persists due to barriers like limited resources. This review seeks to assess the effectiveness of these nursing interventions and understand the experiences of nurses, caregivers, and patients involved, ultimately aiming to enhance the care provided to patients with dementia in hospital settings.

Reference: Moody E, Weeks LE, Belliveau A. Nursing interventions to improve care of people with dementia in hospital: a mixed methods systematic review protocol. JBI Evid Synth. 2022;20(3):899-906. doi: 10.11124/JBIES-21-00059.