Audit on oxygen prescription in adult inpatient wards at the Gozo General Hospital

Abstract

Oxygen is crucial in the delivery of inpatient care. An audit regarding oxygen prescription and administration in adult inpatient wards at the Gozo General Hospital was carried out between December 2022 and January 2023. Data was collected by reviewing emergency department and inpatient ward treatment charts and admission plans. Results acquired were then compared to a similar audit done in Malta. Both audits concluded that oxygen documentation and prescription tend to be overlooked. Hence, we recommend that further education and awareness is given to this domain of patient care to improve outcomes and reduce likelihood of adverse events.