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Monday, November 5, 2007
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R.E.S.U.L.T.S. of a Clinician Led Evidence Based Initiative Relating to Pressure Ulcer Risk Assessment and Prevention
Amira Kehoe, RN, BSN, MBA, CWCN, Wound Care Institute, St. Francis Healthcare Organization, Beech Grove, IN, USA
One clinical outcome that resulted from the clinician led initiative included the integration of evidence based interventional strategies relating to risk assessment and prevention of pressure ulcers within clinical practice. Professional outcomes that resulted included clinician involvement, commitment and accountability for the RESULTS. Evidence-based nursing practice is essential for achieving quality cost effective, patient outcomes, practicing safely and should be a cornerstone for clinician practice. The presentation will clarify key strategies that facilitated the R.E.S.U.L.T.S of this clinician led multi disciplinary task force.