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Pre-Op Antimicrobial Prophylaxis

Description


Project Goals:

1.  Update Pre-Op Order Set for Orthopedic Surgery

A.  Define high risk patients who should have MRSA screening prior to procedure.

B.

2.  Update Pre-Op Order Set for General Surgery

Project Resources

Core Elements

Action

Appointing a single leader responsible for program outcomes. Experience with successful programs show that a physician leader is effective.

Drug Expertise

Appointing a single leader responsible for program outcomes. Experience with successful programs show that a physician leader is effective.

Education

Educating clinicians about resistance and optimal prescribing.

PDSA Cycles


No PDSA Cycles have been created.