Topic of Application of Quality Control Circle in Tumor Nursing
Application of quality control circle on reducing the incidence of complications related to PICC among lung cancer patients
Jinghui Zhang, Lianxiang He, Siyuan Tang, Cailan Zhang, Xiumei Bian, Jianping Hu
Published 2015-05-16
Cite as Chin J Mod Nurs, 2015, 21(14): 1616-1621. DOI: 10.3760/cma.j.issn.1674-2907.2015.14.002
Abstract
ObjectiveTo investigate the application of quality control circle (QCC) intravenous therapy to enhance the quality and reduce the PICC complication rate.
MethodsEstablished QCC team and the theme of "Reduce the incidence of PICC complications" , we surveyed, analyzed, set goals, developed and implemented measures to further confirm the effectiveness and standardization.
ResultsAfter QCC application, PICC overall complication rate, the incidence of plugging and thrombosis were significantly lower than before the application, the differences were statistically significant (χ2=21.338, 12.032, 7.684; P<0.01). After QCC application, quality control practices of QCC members, team cohesion, communication and coordination, degree of harmony, job motivation, self-confidence were higher than these of before activities (P<0.01).
ConclusionsThe application of QCC can reduce overall complication rate of PICC plugging and thrombosis, and promote continuous intravenous therapy quality improvement, improved nurses motivation, personal values, team cohesion and communication skills. It is worthy of promotion.
Key words:
Quality control circle; PICC; Catheter complication; Lung cancer
Contributor Information
Jinghui Zhang
Nursing School, Central South University, Changsha 410008
Department of Respiratory Medicine, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha 410008, China
Lianxiang He
Siyuan Tang
Cailan Zhang
Xiumei Bian
Jianping Hu
