Application of tracer methodology for hospital assessment and continuous quality improvement
10.3760/cma.j.issn.1000-6672.2011.09.017
- VernacularTitle:追踪方法学在医院评价及质量持续改进中的应用
- Author:
Xingguo ZHANG
;
Tingfang LIU
;
Quansen YANG
;
Feng YUERAO
;
Kuifen MA
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Tracer methodology;
Medical institutions;
Appraisal;
Continuous quality improvement
- From:
Chinese Journal of Hospital Administration
2011;27(9):691-694
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
The paper described the basic theory and methods of tracer methodology. By means of case study, case tracing and system tracing, the authors applied this methodology in review or appraisal work in such aspects as priority focus process, priority focus content, clinical service team, appraisal process, and tracing pathways. All these aim at promoting continuous improvement of the quality of care.
