SC25 Improving safety and quality of care in nursing education for the 'future nurse'

Isobel Ryder, Michael Taylor, Carrie Hamilton
2019 Short Communications   unpublished
of results Analysis identified weaknesses in core patient safety themes, namely exchanging information and the need for leadership. Other issues which emerged included challenging building access, outdated equipment, and lack of policy to manage other inpatients during an emergency response. Following implementation of the recommendations, improvement was noted in cardiac arrest response processes during the repeat mock codes. Discussion, conclusions and recommendations In situ high-fidelity
more » ... ulation is an acceptable method for evaluating the effectiveness of cardiac arrest response systems. Simulation can have a role in ensuring that facilities are fit for purpose, and in improving emergency responses in new hospital units.
doi:10.1136/bmjstel-2019-aspihconf.58 fatcat:w3mlg4qrqrgnxjt2rmvec4h6by