NR 447 Week 5 Discussion; Wasting Supplies

Workshops, seminars, and frequent feedback sessions that emphasize the value of cutting waste and how it fits with the objectives of the company can be used to accomplish this (Center for Medical Simulation, 2023). Involving employees in the formulation and execution of these tactics fosters a feeling of responsibility and ownership, which facilitates a more seamless and efficient shift. References: Center for Medical Simulation (2023). The basic assumption. https://harvardmedsim.org/resources/the-basic-assumption/ Falkson S. R., & Srinivasan, V. N. (2023). Health maintenance organization. StatPearls. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK554454/ León-Araujo, M. D. C., Gómez-Inhiesto, E., & Acaiturri-Ayesta, M. T. (2019). Implementation and evaluation of an RFID smart cabinet to improve traceability and the efficient consumption of high-cost medical supplies in a large hospital. Journal of Medical Systems, 43(6), 178. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10916-019-1269-6 Smith, G. L., Hannah, S., Mountford, J., & Bisognano, M. (2022). Model to reduce waste in healthcare and add value. BMJ Open Quality, 11(1). https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjoq-2021- 001655/ Hi Justin, Your in-depth examination of the overuse of tests and procedures sheds light on a crucial problem facing the medical field. I like how you highlighted patient needs and defensive medicine techniques as important factors. Indeed, the financial ramifications you described are substantial and have an impact on people as well as healthcare facilities. In addition to everything you have discussed, it is important to remember that misuse might cause radiation exposure that isn't necessary, surgical problems, and the psychological fallout from false positives. Research indicates that superfluous services may account for as much as 30% of healthcare expenditure, highlighting the pressing need to tackle this matter (Berwick & Hackbarth, 2012). Using clinical decision support systems (CDSS) like you suggested is a great example of an evidence-based tactic. Furthermore, by evaluating large datasets to forecast outcomes and provide individualized care plans, CDSS can further improve decision-making processes by utilizing artificial intelligence (AI). This technology development can help physicians