Effect of quality control circle on postoperative ambulation in patients with lumbar spinal stenosis

Abstract

Objective To explore the effect of quality control circle (QCC) on postoperative ambulation among patients with lumbar spinal stenosis. Methods The QCC group had been established. 5M selection method was used for the topic To improve the correct rate to get out of bed for postoperative patients with lumbar spinal , and then we made plan time table, set up the goal-89.44% correct rate o get out of bed for postoperative patients with lumbar spinal stenosis after analyzing the incorrect reasons, confirmed 5 reasons after argument, formulated countermeasure and checked out the effects. Results After QCC activities, the rate of correct ambulation (get out the bed) amounted 92%, while 76% before the activities, with a significant difference (χ2=9.52, P<0.01). Level of specialty, working passion, team spirit, ability of QCC activity, problem solving skills and communication skills had been improved. Conclusions QCC activities can significantly improve the correct rate of getting out bed, effectively shorten the average length of hospitalization, and improve patients′ satisfaction and professional level in clinical nursing. Key words: Lumbar spinal stenosis; Quality control circle; Way of getting out bed