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Abstract
Objective: To reduce the incidence of medical device-related pressure injuries associated with tracheostomies performed with the percutaneous dilation technique using a standardized multidisciplinary intervention.
Methods: The intervention was developed using the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality Preventing Pressure Injuries Toolkit. A fenestrated polyurethane foam dressing was sutured in place under the tracheostomy flange during insertion to reduce the risk of medical device-related pressure injuries. The sutures were removed in pairs over a period of 7 to 10 days.
Results: Comparison of data from 2018 to 2021 demonstrated a decrease in the incidence of tracheostomy medical device-related pressure injuries from 13% to 0% in the first year, which was maintained for the following 3 years. This improvement was supported by electronic medical record audits, daily interdisciplinary rounds, weekly practice assessments, and primary nurse evaluations.
Conclusion: Implementation of a standardized process, supported by an interdisciplinary clinical team, can reduce medical device-related pressure injuries among patients undergoing percutaneous dilation tracheostomy.
期刊介绍:
AACN Advanced Critical Care is a quarterly, peer-reviewed publication of in-depth articles intended for experienced critical care and acute care clinicians at the bedside, advanced practice nurses, and clinical and academic educators. Each issue includes a topic-based symposium, feature articles, and columns of interest to critical care and progressive care clinicians. AACN Advanced Critical Care contains concisely written, practical information for immediate use and future reference. Continuing education units are available for selected articles in each issue. AACN Advanced Critical Care is an official publication of the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses.