1. Quantum leap into continuous quality improvement.
- Author
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Fanucci D, Hammill M, Johannson P, Leggett J, and Smith MJ
- Subjects
- Cross Infection nursing, Cross Infection prevention & control, Georgia, Humans, Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, Nursing Assessment, Pressure Ulcer prevention & control, Research Design, Nursing Service, Hospital standards, Pressure Ulcer nursing, Quality Assurance, Health Care
- Abstract
Prior to a JCAHO accreditation visit, Southeast Georgia Regional Medical Center implemented a program for improved prevention and treatment of nosocomial pressure ulcers. Forms were developed for monitoring skin integrity and therapy beds were tried from a vendor, which also provided a computerized assessment tool. Results included 15 percent pressure ulcer prevention in addition to enhanced collaborative nursing practice.
- Published
- 1993