Integrated Clinical Pathway of Transurethral Resection of the Prostate | Impact on Clinical Quality, Cost, and Patient and Staff Satisfaction

Khurshid Khowaja

ISBN 10: 3639201647 / ISBN 13: 9783639201642

Published by VDM Verlag Dr. Müller, 2009

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Integrated Clinical Pathway of Transurethral Resection of the Prostate | Impact on Clinical Quality, Cost, and Patient and Staff Satisfaction | Khurshid Khowaja | Taschenbuch | Englisch | VDM Verlag Dr. Müller | EAN 9783639201642 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: preigu GmbH & Co. KG, Lengericher Landstr. 19, 49078 Osnabrück, mail[at]preigu[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Integrated Clinical Pathway of Transurethral Resection of the Prostate | Impact on Clinical Quality, Cost, and Patient and Staff Satisfaction
• Publisher: VDM Verlag Dr. Müller
• Publication Date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 3639201647
• ISBN 13: 9783639201642
• Binding: Taschenbuch
• Condition: Neu
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Synopsis

The central focus of this book is on the implementation of a clinical pathway for the surgical procedure of transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) and it's impact on clinical quality, cost,patient and staff satisfaction at the Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) in Pakistan. This study utilized a quasi-experimental, non-equivalent control group study design to answer the research questions. The findings showed a significant difference in the variances and outcomes as a result of the TURP clinical pathway intervention.This book is a key to a successful clinical pathway program which lies in continued support and acceptance from clinicians, support and leadership from senior management, and the presence of a dedicated team of case managers, doctors and paramedical professionals.

About the Author

Dr.Khurshid Khowaja,Director Nursing Services at Aga Khan University Hospital Karachi. A Gold medalist in BScN.She completed her Phd. from University of Ballarat, Australia and Post Doctorialfellowship from Mc Master University, Canada in March 2009. She is the first fellow nurse in Pakistan and developing world.