Development and implementation of a digital quality assurance solution for anesthesia technology: Enhancing efficiency, proactive risk management, and real-time incident response
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anesthesia technology, digital quality, proactive risk managementAbstract
In anesthesia technology, rigorous checklists are essential to ensure patient safety by verifying equipment functionality, confirming the presence of necessary supplies, and identifying issues before they impact procedures. However, traditional paper-based checklists, which can contain up to 110 items, often lead to “checklist fatigue,” where repetitive, exhaustive checks can overwhelm technologists and lead to human error, missed steps, and delays in responding to equipment or system issues. Additionally, quality control logs for vital resources, including blood and medication fridges, are often fragmented, making it difficult for technologists to maintain a comprehensive view of equipment readiness. Inspired by high-reliability organizations (HROs) such as aviation, this study explores the development and implementation of a digital, interactive Quality Assurance (QA) solution aimed at transforming checklist management, risk assessment, and real-time equipment monitoring.
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