The Effect of SOS Score Assessment Tool Utilization on Patient Care Outcomes in Sepsis at Pra Arjanfan Arjaro Hospital
Abstract
Introduction: The utilization of SOS Score in the care of patients with sepsis by professional nurses has resulted in a reduction in the incidence of septic shock and mortality.
Research objective: This study aimed to examine the effect of using the SOS Score assessment on patient care outcomes in individuals with bloodstream infections, by comparing results between the experimental and control groups at Phra Arjanfan Arjaro Hospital.
Research Methodology: A quasi-experimental two-group pre-post test design was employed. The study sample consisted of 42 patients diagnosed with bloodstream infection, divided equally into an experimental group (n = 21) and a control group (n = 21). In addition, 14 registered nurses responsible for the care of these patients were purposively selected. The research instruments included: 1) A multidisciplinary clinical practice guideline for sepsis care, 2) The SOS Score assessment tool, 3) A record form for patient demographics and clinical outcomes, and 4) A questionnaire measuring nurses’ satisfaction with the SOS Score. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Chi-square test, Fisher’s Exact test, and independent t-test.
Results: The experimental group that used the SOS Score for caring for patients with sepsis at Phra Ajarnfan Arjaro Hospital had a significantly lower mortality rate from sepsis compared to the control group that received standard nursing care at the .05 significance level (t = 1.45, p < .05). The overall satisfaction of professional nurses regarding the implementation of the SOS Score practice was at a high level ( = 4.25, SD = 0.48).
Conclusion: The implementation of the SOS Score assessment tool contributes to reducing mortality rates and has been accepted by nurses.
Implication: Professional nurses should be encouraged to use the SOS Score continuously by enhancing knowledge regarding SOS Score utilization and providing supervision, monitoring, and regular evaluation of its implementation.
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