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WHAT GOES ON IN THEATRE ?
Some insight on what planning really means in theatre.
Presented by:opot c.m.Theatre nurseThe Nairobi Hospital
ObjectivesObjectives-Clarify & enlighten colleagues in OT
the process of planning for theatre.Gather perceptions about OT- a
view from outside-inCommon termsO.T.- Operating Theatre a.k.a.
O.R.S.S.U.-Short Stay UnitL.W.T.-Labour Ward TheatrePolicy
WHAT IS A POLICYA policy is typically described as a principle
or rule to guide decisions and achieve rational
outcome(s)QUALITYquality noun (qualities) 1 the degree or extent of
excellence of something. 2 a general excellence; high standard
There are several principles in relation to Quality Assurance,
below are two fitting ones:
Fit for purpose"- the product/service should be suitable for the
intended purpose. This means plainly ensuring the correct resources
are availed for the expected case."Right first time", mistakes
should be eliminated. In surgery, mistakes are not tolerated, thus,
and ultimately proper preparation shall be key in assuring best
results.
QUALITY ASSURANCEQuality assurance, or QA (in use from 1973) for
short, is the systematic monitoring and evaluation of the various
aspects of a project, service or facility to maximize the
probability that minimum standards of quality are being attained by
the production processA CUP OF TEA, ANYONE?
HISTORY..where were from
..The future
VITAL ORGANSHuman Resources (Most important): Nurses, Support
staff in various capacities, Procurement Officer, Accounts clerk,
Central Booking staff
EQUIPMENTStretchers, operating tables, lights, anaesthetic
equipment, autoclavesSpecialized Equipment:- Laparoscopic towers
for various surgical procedures, laser machines
LET THE PLANNING BEGIN ! THE PATIENT FLOW
Admission of patients- begins at initial booking: capture vital
info for planning purposes.Emergency: via A&E or other
departmentsScheduled: via doctors office ward theatre
The flowClient motionRELATIONSHIPS
RELATIONSHIPS
a syndrome a syndrome is the association of several clinically
recognizable features, signs (observed by a physician), symptoms
(reported by the patient), phenomena or characteristics that often
occur together, so that the presence of one or more features alerts
the physician to the possible presence of the others.
About the presenterStudent nurse: Sept. 1998
Work wise:-Surgical ward 3 years-Theatre 4yrs and counting..
Any questions?
Important informationThank you for your time
Lets eat !
