10 research outputs found
Reflection: patients’ experiences of being treated in a Leg Club setting
Patient experiences with wound care treatment are being recognised as central to prudent care. Leg Clubs provide community-based treatment, education and ongoing health promotion and care for people with leg-related problems. This article considers the growing evidence of patients’ experiences of being treated in a Leg Club setting. Six participants from a Leg Club setting were interviewed via a semi-structured interview, and interviews were transcribed verbatim and investigated for themes using interpretative phenomenological analysis in accordance to Smith et al (2009). An overarching theme, the holistic approach to treatment, was identified, with two subthemes: Leg Club education and a sense of autonomy and trust in Leg Club staff. This study revealed the importance of a holistic approach to treatment within a Leg Club setting, and adds to, and compliments, the body of evidence
Reducing SSI rates for women birthing by caesarean section
Surgical site infections (SSIs) are the most common type of
nosocomial infection, accounting for up to 20% of all hospitalacquired infections in Europe (European Centre for Disease
Prevention and Control [ECDPC], 2013). There are varying SSI rates
reported across the UK. In 2016, Public Health Wales reported an
overall 14-day SSI rate for women undergoing caesarean section of
4.35% — 83% of which were superficial infections and 92.5% were
detected after discharge (PHW, 2016). From 2015–2016, Aneurin
Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) services experienced an
increase in the SSI rate for women birthing by caesarean section from
3.07% to 5.86% respectively. Therefore, a multifaceted approach to
quality improvement (ABUHB organisational method) was adopted
throughout the duration of 2017, with a view to implement by 2018.
The aim was to reduce SSIs for women birthing by caesarean section
in ABUHB. Interventions included the use of evidence-based practice
and guidelines, education and engagement among clinicians,
patients and staff, and the gradual implementation of Leukomed®
Sorbact® (Essity) post-operative dressings