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We're not happy until you're not HAPI

Author(s): Kerry Harrison, BSN, RN, PCCN Alexandra Simons, BSN, RN, CCRN Karen Street, AAS, RN, PCCN Marnie Williams, AAS, RN, CCRN-CSC

CERP C 0.35

Expires Sep 10, 2027

Topics: Cardiovascular, Skin/Wound Care, Quality Improvement

Population: Adult

Role: Educator, Staff

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Activity Summary

The team implemented multidisciplinary staff education, sacral foam dressings on all cardiac surgery patients. The use of “four eyes assessment” and documentation resulted in a 25% decrease of unit HAPI, and a potential fiscal impact of $108,835.

Objectives

  • Discuss the interventions and implementation of the change project
  • Discuss the goals and outcomes of the change project

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