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001-Xxx VitalSigns AmbulatorySetting
001-Xxx VitalSigns AmbulatorySetting
An Evidence-Based Approach
Project
Overview
Presentation title
SUB TITLE HERE L. Crawford, RN, MSN
Cecelia
The Importance of Vital Signs
Foundation of clinical assessment
Basis for many clinical decisions
Accuracy of VS
Influences the patient’s clinical course
Impacts patient outcomes
(*Roubsanthisuk, W., Wongsurin, U., Saravich, S., & Buranakitjaroen, P., 2007)
Final Thoughts on VS
Tempting to view VS as
a routine & static piece
of data
VS are fluid, dynamic,
& ever-changing, just
like our patients!
Final Thoughts on VS
Crucial Vital Sign Decisions
Base on the Evidence!
Equipment & Technology
Technique & Methods
HCW Education & Training
Frequency Protocols
Influences P&Ps & Clinic
Setting (and visa versa!)
Final Thoughts on VS
HCW Education & Training
VS Accuracy & Communication of Data
Competencies
Annual Review of Skills
Recommendations - Equipment
Automated BP devices
(Welch-Allyn)
Vital Sign Monitor
Tympanic thermometers
(Kendall Healthcare)
Genius tympanic thermometer