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Preventing G-J Tube Dislodgement - A Device and Communication Innovation

sarah Clark

Abstract

The Problem: G/J tube dislodgement is a frequent complication in pediatric patients.

Leads to:
- Emergency department visits
- Hospital admissions
- Delays in nutrition/medication
Impact on Patients & Families:
- IV placement (traumatic)
- Radiation exposure
- Overnight hospital stays
Impact on Nurses & System:
- Increased workload (admissions, coordination)
- Occupied inpatient beds for stable patients
- Inefficient care processes
Aims/Objectives Aim: Reduce unplanned G/J tube dislodgements and related hospital utilization.

Objectives: Develop a breakaway connector prototype

Implementation and Evaluation:
Setting: Pediatric inpatient & outpatient system
Participants: Nurses (bedside, GI, IR), caregiver, innovation team
Process: Roundtable discussions → identified workflow gaps Communication/workflow audit Developed device concept + text-based support strategy Collected end-user feedback

Evaluation Tool: UMUX-Lite survey + qualitative feedback Sample: 6 nurses, 1 caregiver Focus: Usability, feasibility, perceived impact

Key Measures: Usability of innovation Impact on:
- Admissions
- Workflow
- Patient experience