Publications by authors named "M Halm"

Article Synopsis
  • The study aimed to improve healthcare worker (HCW) happiness through a positive psychological intervention (PPI) during a time of high burnout.
  • Involving 183 HCWs, the intervention included reading a book and completing a 21-day challenge focused on happiness practices.
  • Results showed a significant increase in subjective happiness among those who participated, with 70% of the intervention group maintaining this happiness level even 18 months later.
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  • - The study evaluates Ovid Synthesis, a web-based tool used by 18 health system leaders, to enhance evidence-based practice (EBP), quality improvement, and research.
  • - Key factors for EBP implementation highlighted include standardization, collaboration, dissemination, and focus on patient outcomes, which Ovid Synthesis effectively supports.
  • - There is a strong emphasis on measuring return on investment (ROI) to demonstrate the value of EBP, which is crucial for securing ongoing investments in these practices.
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