The Influence of Nursing Interventions on Patient Outcomes: A Systematic Review

Abstract

Introduction: Nursing interventions encompass a wide range of activities, including physical care, emotional support, patient education, medication administration, and coordination of healthcare services. They play a significant role in patient outcomes. Aims: This study aimed to identify the most effective nursing interventions for improving patient outcomes. Methods: A systematic review was conducted to examine the impact of nursing interventions on patient outcomes across various healthcare settings. Six studies were included in the review. A comprehensive search was performed using databases such as the Cochrane Library, Google Scholar, Web of Science Core Collection, PubMed, and Scopus. Only studies published in English between January 2000 and December 2022 were included. A structured process was followed, including study selection, data extraction, aggregation of findings. Results: Findings from these studies demonstrate the positive outcomes associated with specific nursing interventions in various healthcare settings. Analysis of the selected studies revealed that nursing interventions had a significant impact on improving patient outcomes. Interventions such as patient education, medication management, infection control, pain management, wound care management, and fall prevention were found to be effective across different healthcare settings. Conclusions: Overall, the findings from this review demonstrate the positive outcomes associated with specific nursing interventions in various healthcare settings. Implementing these interventions can improve patient outcomes, enhance patient safety, and contribute to better overall healthcare quality.