Implementing Quality Improvement in VTE Prophylaxis:

1 Essentials for Success Focuses on identifying essential components of a quality improvement program, as well as distinguishing obstacles from opportunities. 2 Forms and Formularies Addresses the materials that are needed in a VTE quality improvement program and the role of hospital committees and formulary when implementing protocols. 3 Overwhelmed by Underutilization Pearls and case examples to assist in VTE hospital quality improvement efforts; applying human performance theory to a VTE quality improvement program. 4 One Size Does Not Fit All This activity will consider the “grey areas” of VTE prophylaxis, including patients who require special consideration. 5 Metrics of My Success This activity will describe the role of metrics in a successful VTE quality improvement program. 6 Good to Great This activity will bring together the concepts addressed throughout the series, highlighting lessons learned and case examples from the trenches of VTE quality improvement.