APP Master Sessions-Pathway for Omitting ICU Level of Care Following Craniotomy for Resection of Supra-tentorial Brain Tumors

Pathway for Omitting ICU Level of Care Following Craniotomy for Resection of Supra-tentorial Brain Tumors

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Video Summary

The video transcript discusses a program developed at UCSF that bypasses the neurointensive care unit (ICU) for certain patients undergoing craniotomy surgery for brain tumors. The program, called the Safe Transitions Pathway Program (STP), sends patients to the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) and then to a transitional care unit instead of the neuro-ICU. The program aims to reduce ICU bed bottlenecks and improve patient experience. The program has been successful in reducing post-operative length of stay, saving costs, and increasing patient and nurse satisfaction. The program has been implemented for various procedures and is being tracked for outcomes. The video includes various data and charts to support the findings. The presenter acknowledges the team involved and mentions a forthcoming article highlighting the program's success.

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Jennifer Viner, NP

Keywords

UCSF

Safe Transitions Pathway Program

ICU bed bottlenecks

patient satisfaction

procedure outcomes