A Novel Approach to Emergency Department Readiness for Airborne Precautions Using Simulation-Based Clinical Systems Testing.

ABSTRACT:

Study objectives

Emergency department (ED) COVID-19 preparations required rethinking workflows and introducing the potential for errors. Simulation provides a nimble methodology integrating into situ training and systems testing to prepare staff, detect potential workflow latent safety threats and provide recommendations for mitigation.

Methods

We developed 5 onsite rapid-cycle ED simulation cases using "tipping points" related to new protocols coupled with a structured observation tool. Staff observed simulations, recorded adherence to protocols, identified safety threats, discussed mitigation strategies, and participants completed an evaluation using a 5-point Likert scale. Latent safety threats were prioritized by risk and escalated to leadership.

Results

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SUBMITTER: Kennedy C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9568412 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature