Understanding the OPEN Intervention

The interactions between nursing home staff and residents significantly influence both the daily atmosphere and the achievement of care goals. To examine the potential effects of daily physical activities (sit-to-stand exercises) combined with oral nutritional supplementation (ONS), the Older Person's Exercise and Nutrition (OPEN) study conducted a randomized intervention trial among nursing home residents.

An essential component of this study involved interviewing nursing home staff to understand their experiences supporting residents during the intervention. The intervention aimed to improve residents' mobility, muscle mass, and overall wellbeing. Nursing home staff shared their views on feasibility, challenges, collaboration, and the practical implementation of health-promoting activities in their daily care routines.

Insights for Healthcare Professionals

By reviewing this resource, you will discover:

• Staff experiences and perspectives on implementing combined exercise and nutrition interventions.

• Practical insights into overcoming common barriers, ensuring intervention feasibility and effectiveness.

• Ways to successfully integrate structured physical activities and nutritional supplements into daily elderly care routines, based on firsthand nursing home experiences.

Discover the Detailed Findings

Click on "View Content" to access the complete study. Discover detailed staff experiences, valuable recommendations for successful implementation, and further practical strategies to enhance care delivery in nursing home environments, tailored specifically to older residents' needs.