Integrating information technology with an outcomes management program
Related Experiment Videos
1Outcomes Management Department, St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital, Houston, Texas, USA.
Abstract:
Health care changes are occurring rapidly. How successfully an institution keeps up with these changes depends on information and evaluation of outcomes of care. This article discusses how information technology is linked with outcomes management and measurement, types of data, development of data sets, quality issues related to data, and issues that must be addressed as computerized patient records become a reality. By incorporating information technology with outcomes measurement, a new era of outcomes management will be reached.
Related Concept Videos
Health Information Technology and Healthcare Information System
Health Information Technology, commonly called HIT, integrates advanced information systems and technology in healthcare settings. Its primary functions include:
Nursing Clinical Information System
A Nursing Clinical Information System (NCIS) is a specialized type of healthcare information system tailored to meet the unique needs of nursing practice. It incorporates the principles of nursing informatics to streamline information management and improve the quality of care delivery.
Critical attributes of NCIS include:
Integrated Healthcare System
Role of Communication in the Nursing Process II: Planning and Implementation
Guidelines for Writing Outcome
Patient outcomes reflect the patient's response to the goal rather than what the nurse aims to achieve. Terminology should be observable and measurable to avoid the reader's interpretation. The desired outcome should be realistic and achievable in the designated care timeframe. Expected outcomes should align with adjunctive therapies. The outcome should enhance care evaluation by...
Impression Management Techniques III: Aligning Actions