A critical look at corneal abrasion during non-ocular surgery

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Abstract

This quality improvement project aimed to explore corneal abrasion, a severely painful and preventive complication of anesthetized patients. Effective eye protection during surgery is imperative, yet clinician prevention strategies vary. A perioperative staff educational program was done to prevent corneal abrasion and its negative impact on patient outcomes.

Description

45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.

Authors

Patricia T. Donovan

Author Details

Patricia T. Donovan, BSN - Department of Nursing Education, Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary, Boston, MA, USA

Sigma Membership

Theta at-Large

Lead Author Affiliation

Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary, Boston, Massachusetts, USA

Type

Poster

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

N/A

Keywords:

Corneal Abrasion, Ocular Injury in Anesthesia, Surgical Eye Protection

Recommended Citation

Donovan, Patricia T., "A critical look at corneal abrasion during non-ocular surgery" (2019). Convention. 379.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/convention/2019/posters_2019/379

Conference Name

45th Biennial Convention

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Washington, DC, USA

Conference Year

2019

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