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Integration of drug-usage evaluation with a quality assurance program.
M E Carasiti1, R E Lamb, M Davio
1Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center, Chicago, IL.
Topics in Hospital Pharmacy Management
|June 8, 1991
Summary
Drug Use Evaluation (DUE) offers a system for ongoing examination of healthcare delivery, improving patient outcomes related to drug therapy. Integrating DUE with clinical profiles enhances total quality care.
Area of Science:
- Health Services Research
- Clinical Pharmacy
- Quality Improvement in Healthcare
Background:
- Healthcare professionals focus on advancing disease understanding and treatment but often overlook healthcare delivery systems.
- Continuous improvement is a core principle in medicine, yet systemic inefficiencies persist.