IPC - 72 Hour Readmit Analytic Dashboard
Background:
The number of patients returning to the emergency department within 72 hours of discharge is frequently cited as a benchmark for quality patient care. When patients return to the emergency department (ED) shortly after being seen, it is generally an opportunity to learn more about the reason for the return. Unplanned ED revisits are associated with a variety of factors; however, differentiation is difficult and is a source of interest for both physicians and practice leaders.
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IPC - Blood Bank Usage Case Study
Background:
In the hospital setting, blood products are precious resources, and transfusions are common practice. Management of blood products is both complex and resource-intensive; however, many clinicians remain only vaguely familiar with the indications of transfusion, management of waste, and risks associated with transfusion.
Blood utilization benchmarking and ongoing metrics to reduce blood product wastage is strategic initiative for the organization. The goal of blood management is to ensure the safe and efficient use of the many resources involved in the complex process. These resources extend well beyond blood products and include nursing time and technologist time and healthcare dollars.