This poster was featured at the 2025 NPIAP Annual Conference in Dallas, Texas.
Authors: Heba Tallah Mohammed, Monica Dahlin, Lisa Skutnik, Robert D J Fraser
CHRISTUS Southern New Mexico achieved a remarkable milestone: a 93% improvement in hospital-acquired pressure injury (HAPI) rates comparing the same 4 months immediately following the implementation to the same period the year after. This significant achievement was made possible by a multi-pronged approach, including the implementation of a centralized wound care program and the integration of °ÅÀÖÊÓÆµ, an AI-powered wound care management platform.Â
The centralized program, leveraging revised protocols and expert nursing care, aimed to standardize and improve wound care delivery. °ÅÀÖÊÓÆµ played a crucial role by enabling:
- Precise wound documentation: Capturing high-quality images and objective measurements.Â
- Enhanced communication: Facilitating seamless data sharing among clinicians.Â
This retrospective study analyzed the impact on HAPI rates. Key findings include:
- A significant decrease in HAPI rates following the implementation of the centralized wound care program.Â
- A 93% improvement in HAPI rates when comparing the same 4-month period a year after full implementation.Â
- Projected annual cost savings of $4 million due to the reduction in HAPI incidence.Â
Reducing HAPIs offers numerous benefits such as:
- Reduced patient-initiated litigation: Fewer HAPIs lowered potential litigation risks.Â
- Improved patient outcomes: Shorter hospital stays, reduced pain, and improved quality of life.Â
- Significant cost savings: Lowering the financial burden associated with treating HAPIs.Â
- Enhanced care quality: Standardized care protocols and improved communication lead to better patient care.Â
To learn more about the research conducted for this poster, or to speak with the °ÅÀÖÊÓÆµ team about digital wound care, contact us.