Traditional Skin Cleansing Versus One-Step Surgical Skin Cleansing Applicator
Care Process & Redesign
National University Health System Quality Improvement
National University Health System
31 December 2019
To test the effectiveness of a one-step surgical cleansing applicator in saving cost and time during Orthopedic Spine. One-step applicator is a superior alternative to traditional cleansing, offering significant time and cost benefits.
Year Submitted: 2019
Published Date: 31 December 2019
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Quality Improvement, Job Effectiveness, Productivity, Time Saving, Cost Saving
About this Content
Aims
To test the effectiveness of a one-step surgical cleansing applicator in saving cost and time during Orthopedic Spine surgery preparation.
Background
Traditional skin cleansing involves manual preparation using gallipots, gauze, and sponge-holders, which is time-consuming and costly.
Methods
Used one-step surgical cleansing applicator, reducing preparation steps and comparing time/cost savings.
Results
Preparation time reduced by 240 minutes per case; cost savings of $42.60 per case.
Conclusion
One-step applicator is a superior alternative to traditional cleansing, offering significant time and cost benefits.
Lessons Learnt
The one-step applicator received positive feedback from OT nurses and surgeons for its ease of use, saving both time and cost.
Additional Information
Recommended for broader implementation across disciplines in the OT.
Keywords
Skin Cleansing, Cost Savings, Operating Theatre, Time Efficiency, Patient Safety
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) | Nursing, Medical |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Orthopaedics, Infectious Diseases, Surgery |
Project Lead(s) | Gamaliel Tan |
Project Member(s) | Joyce Ong |
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SNM Joyce Ong - joyce_ong@nuhs.edu.sg