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Securing the Unsecured: A Mayo Clinic Study on Propofol Disposal and Diversion Mitigation
Securing the Unsecured: A Mayo Clinic Study on Propofol Disposal and Diversion Mitigation
Securing the Unsecured: A Mayo Clinic Study on Propofol Disposal and Diversion Mitigation
Wednesday 3rd December 2025
Explore Mayo Clinic's study on propofol disposal, revealing vulnerabilities and solutions in drug diversion prevention.
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Episode Overview
- Propofol bottles in ICU waste bins were often found full before intervention.
- Study led to improved disposal practices reducing diversion risk.
- Collaboration with pharmacy and nursing staff was crucial.
- Education and proper disposal tools helped change staff behaviour.
- Project outcomes have been shared for replication across other sites.
"Removing risk, making it difficult—it's all about saving lives, livelihoods, and licenses."
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? This episode of 'Drug Diversion Insights with Terri Vidals' features an enlightening conversation with Mayo Clinic nurses Michael T. Ring and Dale M. Pfrimmer. Together, they explore the results of their quality-improvement study on propofol disposal, a medication often overlooked in the drug diversion scene due to its lack of regulatory oversight.
Despite its primary use for inducing unconsciousness, propofol has become a target for abuse, and the study reveals alarming statistics: before intervention, a whopping 44.1% of propofol bottles in ICU waste bins were full and easily accessible. Michael and Dale share their motivations and the journey behind the project, which was sparked by the desire to reduce risks and protect colleagues from potential diversion pitfalls.
They recount the initial challenges, like bins falling off workstations due to adhesive issues, and how these hurdles became opportunities for further staff education. The conversation also touches on the broader implications of drug diversion prevention, highlighting the importance of making it easy for healthcare professionals to do the right thing. The episode wraps up with insights into how the study's findings have been implemented across the Mayo Clinic, aiming for lasting change in propofol disposal practices.
It's a compelling listen for anyone interested in healthcare safety and drug diversion prevention. If you're curious about how simple changes can lead to significant impacts, this episode is a must-hear.