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Implementing 'A Vision for the Future' targets in a hospice

S Hatcliffe, R Dawe

    Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
    |April 3, 1996
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    This palliative care unit improved services by evaluating existing care and implementing changes based on audit and quality assurance. These enhancements benefited both staff and patients, aligning with national healthcare targets.

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    Area of Science:

    • Palliative Care Medicine
    • Healthcare Management
    • Quality Improvement in Healthcare

    Background:

    • The article addresses the implementation of targets from "A Vision for the Future" (DoH/NHSME 1992) within a palliative care setting.
    • Highlights the need for continuous evaluation and adaptation of palliative care services to meet evolving healthcare standards.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To detail the palliative care unit's strategic response to national healthcare objectives.
    • To demonstrate the application of audit and quality assurance in enhancing patient care and staff experience.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized audit techniques to assess current palliative care service delivery.
    • Employed quality assurance methodologies to identify areas for improvement.
    • Documented the process of implementing service changes.

    Main Results:

    • Successfully adapted services to meet the targets outlined in "A Vision for the Future".
    • Demonstrated significant benefits for both patients and healthcare staff through service modifications.
    • Established a framework for ongoing service evaluation and enhancement.

    Conclusions:

    • The integration of audit and quality assurance is effective in driving positive change in palliative care.
    • Proactive adaptation to healthcare policy targets leads to improved patient outcomes and staff satisfaction.
    • Continuous quality improvement is essential for high-performing palliative care units.

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