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ReviewWorld journal of critical care medicine2024

Quality indicators in respiratory therapy.

Manjush Karthika, Sureshkumar Vanajakshy Kumaran, Praveen Beekanahaali Mokshanatha

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Review in World journal of critical care medicine, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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1 citing paper in PubMed.

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

3 authors.

Manjush KarthikaResearch and Innovation Council, Srinivas Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Center, Srinivas University, Mangalore 574146, India.
Sureshkumar Vanajakshy KumaranHealthcare Management, Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai 400088, India.
Praveen Beekanahaali MokshanathaResearch and Innovation Council, Srinivas University, Mangalore 574146, India.

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Quality indicators in healthcare refer to measurable and quantifiable parameters used to assess and monitor the performance, effectiveness, and safety of healthcare services. These indicators provide a systematic way to evaluate the quality of care offered, and thereby to identify areas for improvement and to ensure that patient care meets established standards and best practices. Respiratory therapists play a vital role in areas of clinical administration such as infection control practices and quality improvement initiatives. Quality indicators serve as essential metrics for respiratory therapy departments to assess and enhance the overall quality of care. By systematically tracking and analyzing indicators related to infection control, treatment effectiveness, and adherence to protocols, respiratory care practitioners can identify areas to improve and implement evidence-based changes. This article reviewed how to identify, implement, and monitor quality indicators specific to the respiratory therapy departments to set benchmarks and enhance patient outcomes.

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DepartmentHealthcareOutcomeProcessQuality indicatorsRespiratory therapistsRespiratory therapyStructure

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PMID38855272
PMCPMC11155503

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