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www.ahrq.gov/teamstepps-program/resources/additional/cus.html
July 01, 2023 - This TeamSTEPPS technique, part of a proven teamwork system, promotes better communication and collaboration
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/quality-patient-safety/hais/tools/ambulatory-surgery/sections/implementation/training-tools/communication-material-guide.docx
May 01, 2017 - Materials: Slides 42-47, Example of Speaking Up audio, CUS technique
Audience: All employees in operating … Use remaining time to role play, implementing the technique covered in this section.
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www.ahrq.gov/teamstepps-program/curriculum/mutual/tools/cus.html
May 01, 2023 - Tool: CUS
Using the CUS technique provides another tool for advocacy, assertion, and mutual support
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www.ahrq.gov/data/infographics/health-literacy.html
March 01, 2022 - Tool 6: Using the Teach-Back Technique: A Reference Guide for Health Care Providers from the SHARE
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www.ahrq.gov/teamstepps/longtermcare/module6/igltccommunication.html
November 01, 2012 - The SBAR is one technique that can be used to standardize communication, which is essential for developing … Watch the video to see the transfer of information using the SBAR technique.
… Discussion:
How did the SBAR technique improve this "handoff" between nurse and physician? … Key Points:
Using the handoff technique can decrease medical error through the effective sharing of … "SBAR Technique for Communication." A situational briefing. 2004.
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/hai/tools/clabsi-cauti-icu/spot-coaching.pdf
April 01, 2022 - For example, proper hand washing technique and sterile technique are
widely known by experienced clinicians … Shifting behavior to consistently implement proper technique
requires more than re-educating; it requires
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www.ahrq.gov/news/newsroom/case-studies/201709.html
June 01, 2017 - .* An evidence-based technique to improve handoffs and transitions of care also supported by AHRQ, I-PASS … "We're embedding this technique into our practice for handoffs throughout the hospital," he added.
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/hai/tools/mrsa/155-performing-premortem-project-assessment.docx
October 01, 2024 - A premortem analysis is a technique wherein you and your team look forward to the end of the project … SAY:
There are other benefits to using this technique.
· Gain prospective hindsight: Mitchell et al. … , in 1989, found about 30 percent of groups correctly identified failure points using this technique.
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www.ahrq.gov/ncepcr/tools/confid-report/three-strategies.html
February 01, 2016 - Technique #1: Cognitive testing
Cognitive testing is conducted through one-on-one, in-person meetings … It is a particularly useful and efficient technique for gaining critical insights about the extent to … Technique #2: Semistructured interviews
Semistructured interviews are conducted one-on-one or in very … Technique #3: Focus groups
A focus group is a small group discussion among representatives of the target
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/education/curriculum-tools/shareddecisionmaking/workshop/module3/shareworkshop-mod3slides.ppt
January 01, 2011 - Identify the steps of the teach-back technique. … You will see a short video on the teach-back technique. … Use the teach-back technique to ensure understanding. … We will discuss this technique a bit later on in this module. … We’ll be using Tool 6, Using the Teach-Back Technique.
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www.ahrq.gov/hai/tools/mrsa-prevention/surgery/index-clinical-topics.html
April 01, 2025 - There are two strategies towards decolonization as a MRSA prevention technique: targeted and universal … when use of one strategy over another is appropriate and how to implement this infection prevention technique
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/sops/surveys/medical-office/diagnostic-safety-resources.pdf
May 01, 2023 - SBAR Technique for Communication: A Situational Briefing Model
http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/Tools … pages require free account setup and login)
The SBAR (Situation-Background-Assessment-Recommendation) technique … Guidelines for Communicating With Physicians Using the SBAR Process” explains how
to carry out the SBAR technique … conjunction with other SBAR training materials to assess frontline staff competency
in using the SBAR technique … SBAR Technique for Communication: A Situational Briefing Model
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www.ahrq.gov/hai/tools/mrsa-prevention/surgery/mrsa-surveillance.html
April 01, 2025 - information, you will know which patients need to be decolonized, if you are using a targeted decolonization technique
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/hai/tools/clabsi-cauti-icu/urinary-catheter-insertion.pptx
April 01, 2022 - Ensure proper insertion technique
Use a Standard Indwelling Urinary Catheter Kit8
Tier 1 interventions … Preventing CLABSI and CAUTI
IUC Insertion ׀ 6
6
Ensure Proper Insertion Technique9
Aseptic insertion technique … is recommended
Many nurses and other clinicians have to relearn “proper” technique
Working environment … trauma center
Timeframe: 1/29 – 6/30
59% of the attempts had at least 1 major break in aseptic insertion technique
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/quality-patient-safety/hais/cauti-tools/archived-webinars/preventing-cauti-plan-b-110414.pptx
January 01, 2013 - “deeper dive” to identify improvement opportunities
Ensuring competency in insertion using aseptic technique … Tier 2 Protocol: Enhanced Practices – Evaluation of indication for use, maintenance, and removal technique … standard indwelling urinary catheter kit with pre-sealed junction
Ensure proper aseptic insertion technique … Am I using proper technique? Do I need to ask for help? Can the catheter be removed today?
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/education/curriculum-tools/clabsitools/clabsitoolsap3.ppt
January 01, 2003 - *
Aseptic Technique: Goals
Remove transient organisms and soil from the skin. … *
Aseptic Technique
Prepare skin with antiseptic/detergent
chlorhexidine 2 percent in 70 percent … C-VAD Line Cultures: Indications
The utility of catheter cultures is controversial; nonetheless, proper technique … *
Arterial Lines: Aseptic Technique
As with C-VADs, always:
Clean your hands with soap and
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www.ahrq.gov/antibiotic-use/long-term-care/improve/discuss-family.html
June 01, 2021 - With Residents and Family Members About Respiratory Tract Infections (PDF, 117.3 KB)
Poster – DESC Technique
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www.ahrq.gov/hai/tools/mrsa-prevention/toolkit/clabsi.html
November 01, 2024 - proper procedure is performed every time a central line is inserted and helps identify any breaches in technique … Tip | Scrub the Hub – Johns Hopkins Medicine This video demonstrates proper technique for scrubbing a
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/hai/tools/mrsa-2/109-performing-premortem-project-assessment-fg.docx
April 01, 2025 - A premortem analysis is a technique wherein you and your team look forward to the end of the project … SAY:
There are other benefits to using this technique.
· Gain prospective hindsight: Mitchell et al. … , in 1989, found about 30 percent of groups correctly identified failure points using this technique.
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www.ahrq.gov/patient-safety/reports/issue-briefs/maternal-mortality-3.html
September 01, 2021 - Healthcare Simulation To Characterize, Design, and Change Processes
Healthcare simulation, a technique … Balancing the potential benefits and drawbacks of simulation is key for maximizing the potential of this technique