S trategies and T ools to E nhance P erformance and P atient S afety

1. Strategies and Tools to Enhance Performance and Patient Safety OWL # U:INSV727

2. Objectives • Describe the TeamSTEPPS training initiative • Describe the impact of errors and why they occur • Describe the TeamSTEPPS framework • State the outcomes of the TeamSTEPPS framework

3. How we communicate and work together can make the difference between life and death. This video exemplifies this impact. • TeamSTEPPS is about reducing the likelihood of these stories recurring..

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5. Patient Safety Movement TeamSTEPPS “To Err is Human”IOM Report JCAHO National Patient Safety Goals Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Act of 2005 DoD MedTeams® ED Study Executive Memo from President Institute for Healthcare Improvement 100K lives Campaign 2006 1995 1999 2001 2003 2004 2005 Medical Team Training

6. (Sexton, 2006) Johns Hopkins (Pronovost, 2003) Johns Hopkins Journal of Critical Care Medicine (Mann, 2006) Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Contemporary OB/GYN

7. Why TeamSTEPPS For Us? 7

8. We know that communication is not straightforward. The following video clip exemplifies this reality. What happened in this video? It is a question of communication and assumptions.

10. Another example of lack of communication resulting from assumptions is contained in this video. • We may chuckle at this honest miscommunication, but what can we do to make sure such a miscommunication does not happen while we are caring for our patients?

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12. Let’s review our TeamSTEPPS tools and see how we can effect patient outcomes like other organizations who have improved patient outcomes.

13. Huddle Problem solving • Hold ad hoc, “touch-base” meetings to regain situation awareness • Discuss critical issues and emerging events • Anticipate outcomes and likely contingencies • Assign resources • Express concerns

14. The second tool is CUS, an acronym that helps us remember three key signal words which include: concerned, uncomfortable and safety. Signal words, such as “danger,” “warning,” and “caution” are common in the medical arena. They catch the reader's attention. “CUS” and several other signal phrases have a similar effect in verbal communication. When they are spoken, all team members will understand clearly not only the issue but also the magnitude of the issue. This is a way of getting someone’s attention without yelling or using unprofessional language. It has the advantage of not alienating others and perhaps reducing the likelihood they will contact you the next time an emergency occurs. • First, state your Concern. • Then state why you are Uncomfortable. • If the conflict is not resolved, state that there is a Safety issue. Discuss in what way the concern is related to safety. If the safety issue is not acknowledged, a supervisor should be notified. • Regardless of which word is used, if we hear a someone use any CUS word, it is our cue to stop what we are doing and pay attention because patient safety is at risk.

15. CUS

16. Call-Out is… A strategy used to communicate important or critical information • It informs all team members simultaneously during emergency situations • It helps team members anticipate next steps • Important to direct responsibility to a specific individual responsible for carrying out the task • Avoid Thin Air Commands …On your unit, what information would you want called out?

17. Read-Back is… Closing the loop on information exchange!

18. Handoff • The transfer of information and authority/responsibility during transitions in care. • Includes SBAR information, giving an opportunity to ask questions, solicit a read-back/check back of information shared. Great opportunity for quality and safety!

19. Situation– What is going on with the patient? “I am calling about Mrs. L’s fetal heart rate tracing. Background– What is the clinical background or context? She is a primigravida who is being induced Assessment – What do I think the problem is? I think she is having late decelerations. I have stopped the Pitocin, and she is on her left side with oxygen on. Recommendation– What would I do to correct it? I am concerned. I would like you to come evaluate her tracing. When can I expect you? SBAR A technique for communicating critical information that requires immediate attention and action concerning a patient’s condition.

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21. How could this be prevented? With better communication as shown in the next video.

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23. How we communicate and work together can make a difference in the care of our patients. Thank you for taking time to view this TeamSTEPPS presentation.