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Research Article: Evaluation of the safety status of intrahospital transfer of critically ill patients from the perspective of emergency and ICU nurses: a cross-sectional study in Iran

Date Published: 2023-10-24

Abstract:
Objective Critically ill patients often require intrahospital transfer (IHT) for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. However, this process carries potential risks and can harm the patient’s safety. This study aimed to assess the safety of IHT for critically ill patients by gathering feedback from emergency and intensive care unit (ICU) nurses. Design A cross-sectional study. Setting A study was conducted in Ardabil City, Iran’s educational and medical hospitals. The study involved 288 emergency and ICU nurses. The data were collected through a paper-based form, which included demographic and work-related characteristics and an IHT safety scale. Results The mean score of IHT was 75.2±15.53. The results of multiple regression analysis showed that work experience (B=0.291, p=0.011), perception of IHT safety (B=0.196, p=0.003), education level (B=?0.123, p=0.038) and equipment checker (B=?0.121, p=0.045), variables were the predictors of IHT safety. Conclusion The study found that the safety level during the interhospital transfer (IHT) was low. Hospitals aim to create a safe environment that minimises the risks associated with IHT. Therefore, they must identify potential risks during the transfer process and take necessary measures to mitigate them. Practical strategies that can be employed include using experienced nursing staff, conducting equipment checks, ensuring a complete understanding of the tools and technologies involved in the transfer process, and increasing awareness of IHT safety.

Introduction:
The intensive care unit (ICU) is designed for the monitoring and continuous care of patients that require on-site care and direct clinical supervision. 1 However, some patients need to receive services that cannot be performed in the ICU and require transfer to other units. Suppose this operation is performed inside the hospital. In that case, it is called intrahospital transfer (IHT). 2 In fact, IHT refers to moving a sick patient to a place inside the hospital to undergo advanced medical care or perform…

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