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The development of an electronic database for Acute Pain Service outcomes
Brandy L Love1, Louise A Jensen, Donald Schopflocher
1Adult Acute Apin Service, University of Alberta Hospital. brandy.love@albertahealthservices.ca
Pain Research & Management
|April 21, 2012
Summary
An electronic database was developed for quality assurance in patient care. This tool aids in tracking patient information, identifying at-risk groups, and comparing treatment effectiveness for better clinical decisions.
Area of Science:
- Health Informatics
- Clinical Research
- Quality Improvement
Background:
- Quality assurance is crucial in modern healthcare.
- Electronic databases offer a valuable tool for patient data tracking and research.
- Utilizing such systems enhances the quality of patient care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop an electronic database for the Acute Pain Service at the University of Alberta Hospital.
- To systematically record patient characteristics and treatment outcomes.
- To facilitate identification of at-risk populations and guide clinical practice decisions.
Main Methods:
- Database development involved defining goals, selecting variables, and establishing data collection, entry, and analysis protocols.
- Quality control measures for data cleaning were implemented.
- A pilot test assessed data collection burden, accuracy, and database functionality using existing data.
Main Results:
- An evidence-based list of variables was compiled through a literature review.
- Data collection per patient averaged 20-30 minutes.
- Initial data collection completion was 65% with 96% accuracy; software limitations were noted.
Conclusions:
- The developed electronic database is functional and relevant for its intended purposes.
- It effectively supports data storage and research needs for the Acute Pain Service.
- The system provides a foundation for improving patient care through data-driven insights.
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