Search for dissertations about: "hospital quality indicators"

Showing result 16 - 20 of 25 swedish dissertations containing the words hospital quality indicators.

  2. 16. Measuring health care performance : variations in care process, resource use and outcomes in childbirth care

    Author : Johan Mesterton; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Introduction: Measurement of health care performance is important for quality assurance and improvement of health services. With regular monitoring and follow-up, unwarranted variations in performance can be reduced. READ MORE

  4. 17. Severe psychological stress associated with a cancer diagnosis

    Author : Jianwei Zhu; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Receiving a cancer diagnosis leads to severe psychological distress. Previous studies have shown increased risk for various health consequences following a cancer diagnosis, including mental disorders, life-threatening cardiovascular events, and suicide. READ MORE

  5. 18. Task-shifting of major surgery to midlevel providers of health care in Mozambique and Tanzania : a solution to the crisis in human resources to enhance maternal and neonatal survival

    Author : Caetano Pereira; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Background: Task-shifting, using non-physician clinicians (NPCs) to perform major surgery in obstetric emergencies is common, though still controversial, in Africa to overcome the crisis of human resources for health. Aim: To describe the extent to which NPCs in Mozambique and Tanzania contribute to surgical skills to enhance maternal survival. READ MORE

  6. 19. Potential overtreatment during life-limiting illness and end of life in older adults

    Author : Máté Szilcz; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Background. A growing body of evidence suggests that older patients are subject to potential overtreatment at the end of life, characterised by disease modifying therapies, preventive medications, and frequent care transitions. READ MORE

  7. 20. Falls in wheelchair users with spinal cord injury : incidence, risks and concerns

    Author : Emelie Butler Forslund; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Background: Knowledge about falls and related injuries in persons with spinal cord injuries (SCI) is limited, especially concerning wheelchair users. Further research is required in order to develop future prevention programs, as falls seem to be common and may have serious consequences for persons with SCI. READ MORE