Displaced Gastrostomy Tube in the Pediatric Emergency Department: Implementing an Evidence-based Algorithm and Quality Improvement Project.
J Emerg Nurs
; 47(1): 113-122, 2021 Jan.
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ABSTRACT
INTRODUCTION:
ED visits for gastrostomy tube-related complications are common, and many are related to tube displacement. Evidence-based practices can provide standardized care.METHODS:
This study was an evidence-based project to develop and implement an algorithm for the care of patients with a displaced gastrostomy tube in the emergency department. Providers were educated on the algorithm, and clinical practice change was evaluated. Provider knowledge was assessed using pretest and posttest; analyses included paired t test. Descriptive statistics of electronic medical record data on confirmation method, documentation, and referral were reported.RESULTS:
Provider knowledge was improved after the education (n = 22; t(21) = -3.80; P = 0.001). After the education, procedure notes were used and completed in 95% of the cases. Appropriate use of the confirmation method was present in 95% of the cases, and all cases were referred to the gastrostomy/specialty clinic.DISCUSSION:
Educating providers regarding care for displaced gastrostomy tubes increased their knowledge. A standardized algorithm improved care by decreasing the use of contrast studies, improving documentation, and referring patients to the gastrostomy/specialty clinic. This evidence-based algorithm offered health care providers a protocol to ensure consistent care for children in the emergency department and support for families.Palabras clave
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Algoritmos
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Gastrostomía
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Servicio de Urgencia en Hospital
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Medicina de Emergencia Basada en la Evidencia
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Mejoramiento de la Calidad
Tipo de estudio:
Guideline
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Prognostic_studies
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Child
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Humans
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2021
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Article