Tele-Nursing in Post-Operative Care: Expanding Accessibility and Reducing Readmission Ratesh
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Tele-Nursing, Post-Operative Care, Remote Monitoring
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Post-operative care is critical for ensuring optimal recovery, preventing complications, and reducing hospital readmission rates. Traditional follow-up methods often face limitations, including geographic barriers, limited access to healthcare providers, and resource constraints, which can compromise patient outcomes. Tele-nursing offers a promising solution by delivering remote monitoring, education, and guidance, thereby enhancing accessibility and supporting continuity of care. This study investigates the effectiveness of tele-nursing interventions in post-operative care, focusing on patient outcomes, adherence to care protocols, and readmission rates. A mixed-methods approach was employed, integrating quantitative analysis of clinical metrics and readmission data with qualitative assessments of patient and nurse experiences. Data were collected from 180 post-operative patients across multiple surgical departments who received tele-nursing support over a 90-day period. Results indicated that tele-nursing significantly reduced 30-day readmission rates, improved adherence to post-operative care instructions, and increased patient satisfaction. Nurses reported enhanced ability to monitor patient recovery, provide timely interventions, and offer personalized education remotely. The study concludes that tele-nursing is an effective strategy to expand access to post-operative care, improve patient outcomes, and reduce healthcare system burden. Implementation of structured tele-nursing protocols and integration with conventional care pathways can optimize benefits while ensuring patient safety and continuity of care.
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