Revised checklist for anaesthetic machines

Kendell, J.; Barthram, C. N.

doi:10.1046/j.1365-2044.1998.00462.x

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“…Anaesthesia checklists to prevent machinery problems appeared more than a decade ago. Studies showed that various checklist concepts detected machinery faults in 50- [4][5][6]. The lists or protocols varied between hospitals vary and it was not clear whether some hospitals ever used these lists.…”

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Can a structured checklist prevent problems with laparoscopic equipment?

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Can a structured checklist prevent problems with laparoscopic equipment?

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“…Since the publication of a checklist for the preoperative check of anesthetic machines in 1990, 29,30 there has been concern about widespread failure to perform adequate preoperative checks of anesthetic machines. This is despite most anesthesiologists' being aware of the guidelines and of the importance of checking anesthetic equipment before use.…”

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“…Kendall et al showed that in 60 -82.5% of machines checked, at least one fault was present, of which 11-18% were deemed serious. 29,30 Several authors have suggested that the most important reason for failure to follow the guidelines is that they are perceived as to time consuming. [31][32][33] Therefore, the equipment checks and their guidelines must be a compromise between safety and practicability.…”

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Impact of Anesthesia Management Characteristics on Severe Morbidity and Mortality

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This article and its accompanying editorial have been selected for the Anesthesiology CME Program. After reading both articles, go to http://www.asahq.org/journal-cme to take the test and apply for Category 1 credit. Complete instructions may be found in the CME section at the back of this issue.Background: Quantitative estimates of how anesthesia management impacts perioperative morbidity and mortality are limited. The authors performed a study to identify risk factors related to anesthesia management for 24-h postoperative severe morbidity and mortality.Methods: A case-control study was performed of all patients undergoing anesthesia (1995-1997). Cases were patients who either remained comatose or died during or within 24 h of undergoing anesthesia. Controls were patients who neither remained comatose nor died during or within 24 hours of undergoing anesthesia. Data were collected by means of a questionnaire, the anesthesia and recovery form. Odds ratios were calculated for risk factors, adjusted for confounders.Results: The cohort comprised 869,483 patients; 807 cases and 883 controls were analyzed. The incidence of 24-h postoperative death was 8.8 (95% confidence interval, 8.2-9.5) per 10,000 anesthetics. The incidence of coma was 0.5 (95% confi-

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“…Kendell and Barthram [26] observed the implementation of a safety checklist for anesthesia equipment based on revised guidelines. The observation, conducted in a district general hospital for 6 weeks, resulted in the completion of 132 checklists.…”

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Requirements for the design and implementation of checklists for surgical processes

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Background The use of checklists is a promising strategy for improving patient safety in all types of surgical processes inside and outside the operating room. This article aims to provide requirements and implementation of checklists for surgical processes. Methods The literature on checklist use in the operating room was reviewed based on research using Medline, Pubmed, and Google Scholar. Although all the studies showed positive effects and important benefits such as improved team cohesion, improved awareness of safety issues, and reduction of errors, their number still is limited. The motivation of team members is considered essential for compliance. Currently, no general guidelines exist for checklist design in the surgical field. Based on the authors' experiences and on guidelines used in the aviation industry, requirements for the checklist design are proposed. The design depends on the checklist purpose, philosophy, and method chosen. The methods consist of the ''call-doresponse'' approach,'' the ''do-verify'' approach, or a combination of both. The advantages and disadvantages of paper versus electronic solutions are discussed. Furthermore, a step-by-step strategy of how to implement a checklist in the clinical situation is suggested. ConclusionsThe use of structured checklists in surgical processes is most likely to be effective because it standardizes human performance and ensures that procedures are followed correctly instead of relying on human memory alone. Several studies present promising and positive first results, providing a solid basis for further investigation. Future research should focus on the effect of various checklist designs and strategies to ensure maximal compliance.

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Revised checklist for anaesthetic machines

Cited by 16 publications

References 8 publications

Can a structured checklist prevent problems with laparoscopic equipment?

Can a structured checklist prevent problems with laparoscopic equipment?

Impact of Anesthesia Management Characteristics on Severe Morbidity and Mortality

Requirements for the design and implementation of checklists for surgical processes

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