Patient Safety & Quality Healthcare

Biography

Biography: Mary Anbarasi Johnson

Abstract

Safety is a paramount concern in pediatric care, as children are more vulnerable to medical errors and complications due to their unique physiology, developmental needs, and communication challenges. Here are some of the key safety concerns in pediatric care: The well-being of pediatric patients is of utmost importance in any healthcare setting. In this presentation, we will discuss various safety concerns specific to children in hospitals. Children are vulnerable patients who require specialized care and attention. Safety measures are crucial to preventing accidents, injuries, and adverse events. Ensuring a safe environment promotes better outcomes and enhances the patient experience. Medication errors can have severe consequences for pediatric patients. Implement strict medication management protocols and double-check procedures.

Use age-appropriate medication dosages and delivery methods. Medication Errors: Administering medications to children requires precise dosing based on weight, age, and medical condition. Errors in calculation or dispensing can lead to adverse drug reactions, toxicity, or inadequate treatment. Infection control is another important area nurses need to be concerned about. Hand hygiene, use of personal protective equipment (e.g., gloves, masks, eyewear), respiratory hygiene and cough etiquette, sharps safety (engineering and work practice controls), safe injection practices (i.e., aseptic technique for parenteral medications), sterile instruments and devices, Clean and disinfected environmental surfaces are the various areas of concern to be looked in to in keeping patient safety as a prime concern. There are other areas of safety such as radiation safety, internet safety, chemotherapeutic drug safety, prevention of pressure sores and falls in the wards and outpatient setting, etc., as well as prevention of centennial events, adverse events, etc. that need to be paid attention to when we are concerned about pediatric patient safety. This session will high light on the need for patient safety in pediatric set up and the empowerment of pediatric nurses.