To improve effectiveness of continuous enteral feeding management
Care Process & Redesign
National Healthcare Innovation and Productivity Medals
SingHealth
31 December 2022
To eliminate unnecessary referrals and improve continuous enteral feeding management practices. GRV protocol enhanced patient comfort and safety while saving resources; expanded across NHCS and SGH.
Year Submitted: 2022
Published Date: 31 December 2022
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Quality Improvement, Workflow Redesign, Job Effectiveness, Value Based Care, Preventive Approach, Risk Management, Safe Care
About this Content
Aims
To eliminate unnecessary referrals and improve continuous enteral feeding management practices.
Background
Ineffective feeding management caused patient malnutrition, delayed recovery, and increased infection risks.
Methods
Implemented GRV protocol with structured guidelines, stakeholder training, and regular audits for compliance.
Results
Achieved 100% compliance audit results and eliminated unnecessary referrals, saving $93,545 annually in costs.
Conclusion
GRV protocol enhanced patient comfort and safety while saving resources; expanded across NHCS and SGH.
Lessons Learnt
Structured systems and continuous feedback loops ensure sustainable improvements in clinical workflows.
Keywords
Continuous Enteral Feeding, Patient Safety, GRV Protocol
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | SingHealth |
Organization(s) Involved | National Heart Centre Singapore, Singapore General Hospital |
Platform(s) | National Healthcare Innovation and Productivity Medals |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Nursing, Medical, Pharmacy |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Cardiology, Intensive Care Medicine, Speech Therapy, Nutrition ＆ Dietetics |
Project Lead(s) | Tan Sin Yain |
Project Member(s) | Xiao Bing |
Connect with this contributor!
Tan Sin Yain - tan.sin.yain@nhcs.com.sg
Project Attachment
C_673_NHCS_NHIP_2022_To_Improve_Effectiveness_of_Continuous_Enteral_Feeding_Management.pdf