Discover how implementing secondary tubing for small-volume antibiotic administration can minimize medication losses and improve surgical prophylaxis. Explore the results of a quality improvement project at a large academic medical center, showcasing the significant reduction in dead volumes of antibiotics and the benefits of this innovative practice for healthcare professionals.

Learning Outcome(s):

1. Utilize evidence-based practices regarding the use of secondary tubing sets for small-volume antibiotics in the administration of antibiotic prophylaxis for surgical patients.
2. Recognize the ways optimal small-volume antibiotic administration improves patient care and reduces medication waste.

• Benjamin L. Thomas, DNP, APRN, CRNA
• Brian Torres, DNP, CRNA
• Mary Curtis, PhD, ANP-BC, FNP-C, PHCNS-BC
• Ling Chen, MD, MSPH, PhD

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