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A multidisciplinary protocol improves electrolyte replacement and its effectiveness.

S Rob Todd1, Joseph F Sucher, Laura J Moore

  • 1Department of Surgery, The Methodist Hospital, Weill Cornell Medical College, 6550 Fannin Street, Smith Tower 1661, Houston, TX 77030, USA. srtodd@tmhs.org

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A new multidisciplinary electrolyte replacement protocol significantly improved electrolyte management in a surgical intensive care unit. This nurse-driven approach enhanced both the replacement and effectiveness of key electrolytes.

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Published on: September 20, 2019

Area of Science:

  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Surgical Nursing
  • Clinical Pharmacy

Background:

  • Electrolyte imbalances are common in surgical intensive care unit (SICU) patients.
  • Effective electrolyte replacement is crucial for patient outcomes.
  • Existing protocols may lack multidisciplinary input or nurse-driven components.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of a novel multidisciplinary electrolyte replacement protocol.
  • To assess improvements in electrolyte management within a tertiary referral center SICU.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective study design analyzing patient data.
  • Implementation of a nurse-driven protocol for potassium, magnesium, and phosphorus replacement.
  • Statistical analysis using Student t test and Fisher exact test (P < .05 significance).

Main Results:

  • Overall electrolyte replacement improved from 70% to 79% (P = .03).
  • Overall electrolyte replacement effectiveness increased from 50% to 65% (P = .01).
  • Variations noted in individual electrolyte replacement, effectiveness, and dosing.

Conclusions:

  • Multidisciplinary electrolyte replacement protocols can significantly enhance patient care in SICUs.
  • Nurse-driven protocols are effective in improving electrolyte balance and patient outcomes.
  • Protocol implementation led to statistically significant improvements in electrolyte management.