Large ‐Scale Hospital Mattress Switch‐Out Leads to Reduction Hospital‐Acquired Pressure Ulcers: Operationalization of a Multidisciplinary Task Force

This article describes the successful implementation of a hospital‐wide mattress switch‐out program using a Multidisciplinary Task Force, which resulted in a decrease in HAPUs and significant cost savings.
ResultsAs a result of this quality improvement project supported by evidence, the hospital realized a 66.6% decrease in Stage III and IV HAPUs, a 50% reduction in patient complaints about mattress comfort, a cost savings of $714,724, and an endorsement of bedside nurse clinical autonomy by nursing and executive leaders.
Linking Evidence to ActionNursing leaders can effectively realize large‐scale initiatives by developing and implementing wide‐ranging operational projects, like this 2.5‐day, 275‐bed hospital mattresses switch‐out.

Source: Worldviews on Evidence-Based Nursing - February 1, 2018 Category: Nursing Authors: Kerri Elsabrout, Eleanor Orbacz, Leigh Anne McMahon, Susan Apold Tags: Original Article Source Type: research