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Research utilization and improvement in outcomes after diagnostic cardiac catheterization
1Postangioplasty Care Unit, St Luke's Medical Center, Milwaukee, Wis., USA.
Critical Care Nurse
|February 6, 1999
Summary
This project confirmed that reducing bed rest after femoral artery cardiac catheterization is safe. Integrating research, expert opinion, and patient outcomes improved clinical practice and patient care.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Medicine
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Nursing Research
Background:
- Current practice regarding post-cardiac catheterization bed rest duration was reviewed.
- Physicians' practices were updated based on research findings.
- Patient safety was a primary consideration throughout the project.
Purpose of the Study:
- To summarize the research basis for current practices on bed rest duration after femoral artery cardiac catheterization.
- To evaluate the safety and efficacy of changing bed rest protocols.
- To demonstrate the utility of the Iowa Model for Research-Based Practice.
Main Methods:
- A research utilization project was conducted.
- The Iowa Model for Research-Based Practice was employed.
- Scientific principles, expert recommendations, and published research were integrated.
Main Results:
- Several physicians modified their practice regarding bed rest duration.
- Patient outcomes confirmed the safety of the practice change.
- The integrated approach validated previous research findings.
Conclusions:
- The Iowa Model effectively guides practice changes to improve patient outcomes.
- Combining literature review with local data supports evidence-based practice adoption.
- Reduced bed rest after cardiac catheterization is safe and supported by evidence.