Abstract:ICU. Studies have shown that implementation of the bundle, including a ventilator weaning protocol and maintaining light levels of sedation, improve patient outcomes. However, "real-world" application of the A-F Bundle had been unsuccessful at the study site prior to the multidisciplinary quality improvement project.
METHOD:This quality improvement project was conducted in a 31-bed adult ICU beginning in February 2021. First, the electronic medical record, documentation, and policies/ procedures were redesigne… Show more
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