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Outcomes research: getting started, defining outcomes, a framework, and data sources.

Gayle R Whitman1

  • 1Center for Healthcare Outcomes, University of Pittsburgh, School of Nursing, PA, USA. gwh100@pitt.edu

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|August 10, 2002
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Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs) can lead patient outcome studies. This article outlines essential skills for APNs to conduct quality improvement activities and outcomes research, contributing to evidence-based practice.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing
  • Healthcare Research
  • Quality Improvement

Background:

  • Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs) are integral to healthcare delivery systems.
  • APNs possess unique insights into patient care processes and outcomes.
  • There is a need for APNs to actively participate in outcomes research.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of fundamental knowledge and skills for APNs undertaking patient outcome studies.
  • To guide APNs in initiating patient outcome exploration through quality improvement.
  • To facilitate the progression of APNs from quality improvement to outcomes research.

Main Methods:

  • The article provides a conceptual overview, not a specific study methodology.
  • It focuses on the application of basic principles for outcome assessment.

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  • Emphasis is placed on a progressive learning curve from novice to expert APN.

    • Main Results:

    • APNs are well-positioned to conduct patient outcome evaluations.
    • Basic principles enable APNs to initiate outcome studies via quality improvement.
    • Mastery of these principles allows APNs to contribute to significant outcomes research.

    Conclusions:

    • APNs can effectively explore, identify, measure, and evaluate patient outcomes.
    • Quality improvement activities serve as a foundational step for APNs in outcomes research.
    • APNs play a crucial role in advancing the outcomes research agenda.