Effect of an Audible Alarm on the Fluid Consumption of Older Adults Living in a Nursing Home: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Abstract

The aim of the current study was to investigate the effect of an audible alarm on fluid consumption among older adults living in a nursing home. This single-blind, randomized controlled, prospective experimental study was performed between July 27, 2017, and February 1, 2018. This study comprised 100 participants (intervention group, n = 50; control group, n = 50). The amount of fluid consumed by older adults in the intervention group in relation to the audible alarm increased significantly compared to the control group, and the deficiency of fluid consumption decreased. It was determined that the wristwatch with audible alarm was effective when used as a reminder to increase fluid consumption among older adults with fluid deficiency. [ Journal of Gerontological Nursing, 48 (9), 39–46.]