Date of Graduation

Fall 12-12-2025

Document Access

Project/Capstone - Global access

Degree Name

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

College/School

School of Nursing and Health Professions

Program

MSN project

First Advisor

Josephine Juan

Second Advisor

Robert Patterson

Abstract

Objective: Hospital-acquired pressure injuries continue to be a major challenge in many healthcare settings as it poses increased risk in patient safety. Additionally, it creates a significant financial burden on hospitals as it increases operational costs that can increase strain on healthcare resource demands. Nurses play a major role in mitigating these injuries through practicing quality patient care and utilizing prevention strategies that have been proven effective. Aim: A quality improvement project was conducted by introducing a visual cueing system, the HAPI Prevention Tool to investigate its potential sustainability on reducing HAPI rates in the medical-surgical unit. Methods: The QI team introduced the HAPI Prevention Tool, a visual cueing signage that acted as a reminder and reinforcement for nursing staff to carry out essential prevention tasks such as patient positioning and consistent skin assessments are being implemented into practice. It was implemented for two weeks and was subsequently evaluated for its potential effectiveness and feasibility. Results: Post-implementation data suggested that 66.7% of nursing staff are willing to adopt this tool into practice and believe in its potential to prevent HAPIs. Conclusion: Overall feedback and responses highlighted the tool’s long-term sustainability and potential for success when it comes to improving patient care outcomes on these preventable injuries.

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