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P Odom

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PubMed1997

Prophylactic antibiotic project.

This project evaluated the use of prophylactic antibiotics within two hours prior to selected surgical procedures. Even with knee arthroplasty, for which there is essentially universal agreement on the need for prophylactic antibiotics, there is room for improvement in antibiotic delivery. This is true both in the percent of patients receiving antibiotics and the timeliness of administration. Although there is some difference of opinion about the advisability of prophylactic antibiotics for certain procedures, the preponderance of recent literature advocates its use and this is a quality indicator evaluated by JCAHO.

Antibiotic Prophylaxis↗
PubMed1997

Cooperative Cardiovascular Project.

This national project evaluated elements of care for patients admitted for acute myocardial infarction. Opportunities for improving processes of care, especially in the use and timing of aspirin and thrombolytics, were identified. Additional data regarding other quality indicators is available. It is hoped that this data can be used to help create or incorporate changes in existing AMI protocols, ultimately improving care and outcomes for these patients.

Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal↗
PubMed1997

Pneumonia I and Pneumonia II Projects.

The need for timely and efficient treatment is assuming even greater significance, with pneumonia discharges increasing from 5,862 in 1992 to 7,870 in 1994. These two projects, involving a total of 13 hospitals, evaluated the timeliness of antibiotic administration for pneumonia patients. Baseline data revealed opportunities for improving process of care at all hospitals. After implementation of improvement plans, the majority of hospitals increased the percentage of patients receiving antibiotics within four hours of admission. This evaluation of the antibiotic delivery system can also be adapted to other diagnoses and medications.

Anti-Bacterial Agents↗