Improvement in Time of A&E P2 Patients Receiving Nebulisation
Care Process & Redesign
National Healthcare Innovation and Productivity Medals
National Healthcare Group
31 December 2021
Increase nebulization rate within 20 minutes from 15% to 75%. The interventions effectively reduced delays and improved patient outcomes, setting a precedent for future projects.
Year Submitted: 2021
Published Date: 31 December 2021
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Access To Care, Waiting Time, Quality Improvement, Clinical Practice Improvement, Workflow Redesign
About this Content
Aims
Increase nebulization rate within 20 minutes from 15% to 75%.
Background
Long waiting times for nebulization led to patient distress and suboptimal care.
Methods
Implemented a triage nebulization protocol, introduced Neb-on-Wheels, and streamlined medication top-ups.
Results
Door-to-nebulization time reduced from 34 minutes to 17 minutes; 75% target met with significant staff confidence improvement.
Conclusion
The interventions effectively reduced delays and improved patient outcomes, setting a precedent for future projects.
Lessons Learnt
Continuous staff training and protocol adherence ensure long-term sustainability.
Keywords
Nebulization, Emergency Medicine, Process Redesign
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National Healthcare Group |
Organization(s) Involved | Khoo Teck Puat Hospital |
Platform(s) | National Healthcare Innovation and Productivity Medals |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Healthcare Administration, Medical |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Emergency Medicine, Pulmonology |
Project Lead(s) | Toh Hong Chuen |
Project Member(s) | John Chua Kong Yeow |
Connect with this contributor!
Lavine Ye - Lavine_X_YE@nhgp.com.sg
Project Attachment
C376_KTPH_NHIP_2021_Improvement_in_Time_of_AnE_P2_patients_receiving_Nebulisation.pdf