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Increasing Sepsis-Bundle Adherence On A Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Unit: A Quality Improvement Project, Tiffany Liu

Master's Projects and Capstones

Problem: Sepsis is a life-threatening complication of infection that can lead to tissue damage, organ dysfunction, and death. Early recognition and intervention are crucial in the management of sepsis. Delays in sepsis care can lead to adverse health outcomes and even death. Sepsis bundles are guided by evidence-based practice. They serve as guidelines for effective and timely management of sepsis. Adherence to these sepsis bundles is associated with overall improved morbidity and mortality.

Context: This quality improvement project was led by Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL) students from the University of San Francisco. It was implemented at a 244-bed …

Early Sepsis Recognition Saves Lives:Optimizing Sepsis Care In A Medical-Surgical Telemetry Unit, Genevieve Kales

Master's Projects and Capstones

Abstract

Problem: This Quality Improvement project aims to improve sepsis bundle education to reduce mortality and morbidity rates related to septicemia in a Medical-Surgical Telemetry Unit at a San Francisco Bay Area Hospital, Hospital Z.

Context: The Quality Improvement project occurred in a Medical-Surgical Telemetry unit at Hospital Z. This Unit is a 32 beds unit with an increased mortality and mobility rate with decreased sepsis bundle compliance.

Intervention: Collect active and passive observational data in the microsystem. Data collection was conducted through anonymous self-administered questionnaires to the registered nurses on the unit. No intervention was implemented at this time. …