1. The Proper Timing of Prophylactic Antibiotics
Definition and Description of Clinical Nursing Problem Despite evidence of effectiveness of antimicrobials to prevent SSIs, previous studies have demonstrated inappropriate timing of prophylactic antibiotics within one prior to surgical incision. ... The purpose of this paper is to describe the efficacy and timeliness of prophylactic antibiotics within one hour prior to surgical incision in the Surgical Services Department that this writer practices nursing, and to determine if there is enough evidence in the research the writer has reviewed to improve or change the current practice. ... Des...
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- Approx Pages: 6
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- Grade Level: Undergraduate