Susan Slaughter
nursing
University of Alberta
Canada
Biography
Susan Slaughter, PhD, GNC(C), RN Associate Professor Nursing 4-005C Edmonton Clinic Health Academy Office: 780-492-7321 susan.slaughter@ualberta.ca On Leave July 1, 2016 - June 30, 2017.
Research Interest
The primary focus of my research program is to maintain or improve the functional abilities of frail older adults. I evaluate the effect of evidence-based innovations and the use of knowledge translation interventions derived from the field of translation science. Making the Most of Mealtimes (M3) (October 2014 - September 2016) is a national prevalence study that aims to identify the key factors affecting residents’ food and fluid intake in long-term care. By understanding food intake, interventions can be designed and tested that target factors affecting food intake. Sustaining Transfers through Affordable Research Translation (START) study (April 2013 - March 2016) is a cluster randomized controlled trial investigating the effect of knowledge translation interventions (reminders) on the sustainability of healthcare aide uptake of the sit-to-stand mobility innovation. In my research program I study the contextual and environmental factors that influence the uptake of simple innovations intended to enhance the well-being of frail older adults, with particular attention to the sustainability of such innovations.
Publications
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What is the extent and quality of documentation and reporting of fidelity to implementation strategies: A scoping review.
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Mobility of Vulnerable Elders (MOVE) study: Effect of the sit-to-stand activity on mobility, function and quality of life.
