Hyperbaric Facilities
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Policy and Procedural Guidelines for Hyperbaric Facilities
The field of hyperbaric medicine, along with hyperbaric centers throughout the United States and abroad, continues to grow. This growth has been exponential, touting an increase from 350 centers in 1993 to well over 2,500 programs today. With this progression exists a need to establish a resource guideline for developing complete and comprehensive policies and procedures for clinical hyperbaric units. Hyperbaric policy and procedures provide the guiding principles and foundation for safety, quality, transparency, and cost-effective hyperbaric medical and nursing practice. Every hyperbaric facility needs to follow its specific policies and procedures. Policy and Procedural Guidelines for Hyperbaric Facilities provides needed resource and reference guidelines for new and established hyperbaric facilties. It will serve as a reference for the development of new hyperbaric policies as well as customize and enhance current policies and procedures already in place. Policy and Procedural Guidelines for Hyperbaric Facilities addresses issues of safety and practice for both the multiplace and monoplace environments. It utilizes regulatory guidelines and standards of practice as its foundation. Topics covered in this work include, but are not limited to, governance, administration, emergency procedures, patient care, hyperbaric chamber maintenance, treatment protocols and quality improvement. The appendices include sample forms for both Class A multiplace and Class B monoplace chambers. They are intended to serve as templates for development of hyperbaric unit-specific forms. Also included are acronyms, references, and an index, all specific to hyperbaric medicine. The guidelines provided in this document will benefit the diverse group of physicians, nurses, tecnicians, and allied health-care peronnel in the hyperbaric field as they customize their unit-specific policies and procedures. The contributing authors are comprised of established experts in the field of undersea and hyperbaric medicine. They are a diverse group of physicians, nurses, and technologists who devoted an extensive amount of time and energy into producing this resource document of the highest quality. Specific acknowledgements can be found in the List of Contributors section of the book. Endorsement from Baromedical Nurses Association (BNA) The Baromedical Nurses Association (established 1985) provides a forum for hyperbaric nursing that encompasses quality, safety, teamwork, mentoring, research, education, and nursing guidelines of standards of care for the patient receiving hyperbaric oxygen therapy. The Baromedical Nurses Association endorses the Policy and Procedural Guidelines for Hyperbaric Facilities as guidelines to enable hyperbaric facilities to develop and/or endorse their unit-specific policies.
Hyperbaric Facility Management: Safety and Preparedness Guide
Author: Pasquale De Marco
language: en
Publisher: Pasquale De Marco
Release Date: 2025-07-26
Hyperbaric Facility Management: Safety and Operational Guide is an essential resource for healthcare professionals, facility managers, and administrators involved in the operation of hyperbaric facilities. This comprehensive guide provides invaluable knowledge and practical guidance on ensuring the safety and effectiveness of hyperbaric oxygen therapy services. With the crescente demand for hyperbaric oxygen therapy in treating various medical conditions, there is a critical need for standardized safety protocols and best practices to ensure optimal patient care. This book addresses this need by offering a comprehensive guide to hyperbaric facility management, covering all aspects from facility design and engineering to patient care and monitoring. Inside, you'll find expert insights on: * Planning and Design Considerations: Learn how to create a safe and efficient hyperbaric facility layout, including equipment selection, installation, and maintenance. * Training and Education: Explore essential training programs and continuing education opportunities for staff members to ensure they possess the knowledge and skills necessary for safe and effective hyperbaric oxygen therapy. * Operational Procedures and Protocols: Discover comprehensive guidelines for patient selection, treatment protocols, monitoring, documentation, and incident reporting. * Safety Management and Risk Assessment: Understand the importance of hazard identification, risk assessment, emergency preparedness, and incident investigation to minimize potential risks and ensure patient safety. * Regulatory Compliance and Quality Management: Stay up-to-date with regulatory requirements and accreditation standards, and implement quality management systems to continuously improve the safety and effectiveness of your hyperbaric facility. * Patient Care and Monitoring: Delve into patient assessment, treatment planning, monitoring techniques, patient education, and discharge planning to ensure optimal patient outcomes. By implementing the principles and recommendations outlined in this book, hyperbaric facilities can create a safe and effective environment for patients undergoing hyperbaric oxygen therapy. This comprehensive guide is essential reading for anyone involved in the management and operation of hyperbaric facilities, contributing to the delivery of high-quality patient care and promoting positive outcomes. If you like this book, write a review!
Hyperbaric Facility Safety, 2nd Edition
When the first edition of Hyperbaric Facility Safety, A Practical Guide was published it became an integral part of virtually every hyperbaric facility’s reference library, serving as the go-to standard for a hyperbaric safety program. In this second edition, editors W.T. “Tom” Workman and J. Steven “Steve” Wood have endeavored to establish a comprehensive balance between those hyperbaric providers who have a keen interest in the underlying design standards and regulatory framework and those who need to “get it done.” The second edition is structured into two parts. The first part explains the various regulatory agencies that may influence the field of hyperbaric medicine (including international perspectives), while the second part emphasizes a nuts-and-bolts approach to hyperbaric safety program development and how the safety program integrates all aspects of a hyperbaric facility. The editors, along with the 80 chapter authors and contributors bring experiences from clinical hyperbaric medicine, the U.S. Air Force and Navy, the UHMS Hyperbaric Facility Accreditation program, hyperbaric chamber engineering, manufacturing, and regulatory/standards development.