Abstract
Abstract Aim We objectively re-assessed prescribing of analgesia for surgical admissions at Watford General Hospital, in accordance with Trust Guidelines Method Total of 117 Patients. We collected data prospectively in the 1st Cycle 21/09/2021 – 04/10/2021 and in the 2nd Cycle 04/01/2022 – 17/01/2022. Intervention was through virtual poster and daily reminders to on-call team Results & Conclusions When patients were prescribed analgesia, compliance to Analgesia Trust guidelines vastly improved from 50% to 79%. Most non-compliant prescriptions were prescribed more strong opioids excessively. Action Plan We plan to disseminate audit findings to clinical staff in acute services and provide Junior doctors a teaching session on guidelines
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