Timely Change Of HMEF And In-Line Suction Catheter For Mechanically Ventilated Patients In ICU
Care Process & Redesign
National University Health System Quality Improvement
National University Health System
31 December 2018
Achieve 100% compliance in changing HMEF (within 48 hrs) and in-line suction catheter (within 72 hrs). Timely changes reduced adverse events, improved compliance, and enhanced patient safety.
Year Submitted: 2018
Published Date: 31 December 2018
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Quality Improvement, Workflow Redesign, Value Based Care, Safe Care, Risk Management, Adverse Outcome Reduction, Preventive Approach
About this Content
Aims
Achieve 100% compliance in changing HMEF (within 48 hrs) and in-line suction catheter (within 72 hrs).
Background
Low compliance rates (65% for HMEF, 73% for suction catheters) increased infection risks in ventilated patients.
Methods
Conducted root cause analysis, implemented night shift changes, and used workflow solutions (e.g., carrier bags for supplies).
Results
Compliance improved to 100% by March 2018; measures reduced ventilation-associated pneumonia risks.
Conclusion
Timely changes reduced adverse events, improved compliance, and enhanced patient safety.
Lessons Learnt
Shifting tasks to the night shift team enhanced timeliness and workflow efficiency.
Keywords
HMEF, In-Line Suction, Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia, Compliance, ICU Workflow
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) | Allied Health |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Respiratory Therapy |
Project Lead(s) | Peter Dela Cruz |
Project Member(s) | MC Dayzon Magsino |
Connect with this contributor!
Mitchelle Encarnacion - mitchelle_s_encarnacion@nuhs.edu.sg
Project Attachment
C_153_NTFGH_QM_2018_Timely_Change_Of_HMEF_And_In_Line_Suction_Catheter.pdf