Improvement Of Transport Monitor (MX450) Securement in The Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
Care Process & Redesign
National University Health System Quality Improvement
National University Health System
31 December 2023
Prevent transport monitor (MX450) dropping incidents, reduce time spent locating straps, and improve securement during. Securement improvements reduced risks and repair costs; continued monitoring and education are required for sustainability.
Year Submitted: 2023
Published Date: 31 December 2023
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Value Based Care, Operational Management, Inventory Management
About this Content
Aims
Prevent transport monitor (MX450) dropping incidents, reduce time spent locating straps, and improve securement during transport.
Background
Poorly secured MX450 monitors caused 4 incidents in the ICU, leading to damage, repair costs, and potential injury risks.
Methods
Conducted inventory checks, introduced labeled strap storage, implemented a new workflow, and monitored compliance through audits.
Results
No reported incidents of monitor dropping; 97.5% compliance in using two straps; reduced time spent searching for straps.
Conclusion
Securement improvements reduced risks and repair costs; continued monitoring and education are required for sustainability.
Lessons Learnt
Convenient storage and a clear workflow significantly improved compliance and safety; periodic reinforcement is essential.
Keywords
Transport, Monitor, MX450, ICU, Strap Management
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National University Health System |
Organization(s) Involved | Ng Teng Fong General Hospital |
Platform(s) | National University Health System Quality Improvement |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Healthcare Administration, Nursing |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Healthcare Administrators |
Project Lead(s) | Vikneswary Chandra Segran |
Project Member(s) | Lim Jia Lin |
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SN Vikneswary Chandra Segran - Vikneswary_Chandra_Segran@nuhs.edu.sg