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Developing And Implementing Guidelines For Amniotic Fluid Embolism, Clayton Shick

Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects

Knowing that amniotic fluid embolism (AFE) is such a rare but harmful condition, a hospital in Metro-East St. Louis requested the creation of a checklist to ensure that all anesthesia providers quickly recognize and initiate appropriate management for AFE. The quality improvement project involved identifying the best evidence and collaborating with facility stakeholders to implement the use of an updated, evidence-based checklist to guide providers in the management of AFE. Via an open discussion PowerPoint presentation, CRNAs and anesthesiologists at the facility were provided education about AFE and the importance of using a checklist to facilitate management of AFE. The …