ISSN:1093-1783    

出版商:OVID    

年代:2001

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:1093-1783    

出版商:OVID    

年代:2001

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:1093-1783    

出版商:OVID    

年代:2001

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

Implementation of clinical pathways requires the measurement of outcomes to foster ongoing improvement in patient care. The use of variance information can optimize patient outcomes and enhance and refine clinical practice. This article discusses the use of the variance outcomes of a clinical pathway to improve the care of adult post-kidney transplant patients.

ISSN:1093-1783    

出版商:OVID    

年代:2001

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:1093-1783    

出版商:OVID    

年代:2001

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

The 12-item Short-Form Health Survey was developed to describe mental and physical health status of adults and to measure the outcomes of healthcare services. Based on testing of the original SF-12 with a group of older adults, a revised scoring system and measurement model of the SF-12 Health Survey was proposed. The purpose of this study was to test the reliability and validity of this revised measurement model and scoring system. Testing was done with a sample of 187 older adults in a continuing care retirement community and a sample of 211 older adults discharged from an acute care setting. There was sufficient evidence for the internal consistency of the revised SF-12 (Cronbach alpha coefficients of 0.72 to 0.89); test retest reliability (r= 0.73–0.86); reliability based on R2values; and validity based on confirmatory factor analysis, contrasted groups, and hypothesis testing. The revised SF-12 is a valid and reliable measure that can be used with confidence to measure outcomes for older adults.

ISSN:1093-1783    

出版商:OVID    

年代:2001

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

The purposes of this article are to present a case study that demonstrates the use of OASIS data in evaluating a cardiac disease management program and to identify the problems encountered and the knowledge gained. It was found that OASIS data can be useful in the description of patients in disease management program development. The analysis of patient end-result outcomes (comparing start of care and discharge information) proved to be the greatest challenge. Recommendations for future studies are included.

ISSN:1093-1783    

出版商:OVID    

年代:2001

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

Using an outcomes management approach, St. Luke’s Episcopal Hospital has achieved positive outcomes in the interventional cardiology patient population. In this article the authors describe a decade of experiences related to the processes they implemented and the outcomes achieved in this patient population.

ISSN:1093-1783    

出版商:OVID    

年代:2001

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

Outcomes of a work site disease management program managed by an advanced practice nurse were evaluated. Fifty-four participants were surveyed. A significant number of participants with dyslipidemia and diabetes reported that the program positively changed individual health behaviors. Those with dyslipidemia and hypertension reported improved understanding of their condition after being involved with the program, and participants with asthma indicated more control of their condition. Program satisfaction was high. Continued development and implementation of work site programs are indicated to improve health outcomes of employees.

ISSN:1093-1783    

出版商:OVID    

年代:2001

数据来源: OVID