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    A clinical nurse identified a need to manage urinary urgency in patients after laparoscopic-assisted vaginal hysterectomy. A quality improvement project was implemented to address this common post-operative symptom.

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    Area of Science:

    • Nursing
    • Quality Improvement
    • Urology

    Background:

    • Urinary urgency is a common complication following hysterectomy.
    • Laparoscopic-assisted vaginal hysterectomy (LAVH) can impact bladder function.
    • Effective management strategies are needed to improve patient outcomes.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe a continuous quality improvement (CQI) project.
    • To address urinary urgency in patients post-LAVH.
    • To enhance post-operative care for hysterectomy patients.

    Main Methods:

    • A clinical nurse initiated a CQI project.
    • The project focused on patients experiencing urinary urgency after LAVH.
    • Specific interventions were implemented and evaluated.

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    Main Results:

    • The project addressed a recognized clinical need.
    • Continuous quality improvement methodologies were applied.
    • The initiative aimed to improve patient care following LAVH.

    Conclusions:

    • Quality improvement projects are vital in clinical nursing.
    • Addressing post-hysterectomy urinary urgency can enhance recovery.
    • Nursing-led initiatives can significantly impact patient care.