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The aim is to assess if a customized checklist improves adherence to PONV prevention guidelines among anaesthesia providers.

February 12, 2026BMJ OpenOpen Access

Advancing Strategies to Optimise the PerIopeRativE Management of PostOperative Nausea and Vomiting (ASPIRE-PONV) study: rationale and design for a sequential, repeated crossover trial

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Sequential crossover trial evaluates checklist use to enhance PONV management among surgical patients, suggesting improved practices.

The aim is to assess if a customized checklist improves adherence to PONV prevention guidelines among anaesthesia providers.
Sequential, repeated crossover design
Evaluation at the institutional level
Assessment of adherence to PONV prophylaxis guidelines
Secondary outcomes include incidence of PONV and length of stay in PACU
Increased adherence to PONV guidelines anticipated
Reduced incidence of PONV expected
Shorter postanaesthesia care unit stays projected

Stallings et al. (2026) studied this question.

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