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The demand for quality control in medical care has surged recently, driven by increased public awareness and political trends. This has led to the widespread implementation of audits in general practice across the US, supported by improved data collection systems and enhanced primary care teamwork. This concise yet comprehensive guide addresses the theory and practice of medical audit in primary health care. Edited by university lecturers and practicing family practitioners, it features contributions from various practitioners experienced in audit implementation and aware of potential pitfalls. The first section explores the theoretical foundation and purpose of audits, detailing the 'audit cycle' stages from setting target standards to enacting change. The second section focuses on the practical implementation of audits, examining each stage of the cycle and providing real-world examples of audit challenges in different care areas. It concludes with insights on the role of Medical Audit Advisory Groups and auditing methods. Emphasizing teamwork in problem-solving, this guide serves as a valuable resource for general practitioners, trainees, and all members of the primary health care team.
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Oxford General Practice Series - 25: Medical Audit in Primary Health Care, Martin Lawrence, Theo Schofield
- Sprache
- Erscheinungsdatum
- 1993
- Einband
- (Paperback),
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- Titel
- Oxford General Practice Series - 25: Medical Audit in Primary Health Care
- Sprache
- Englisch
- Autor*innen
- Martin Lawrence, Theo Schofield
- Verlag
- Oxford University Press
- Erscheinungsdatum
- 1993
- Einband
- Paperback
- Seitenzahl
- 270
- ISBN10
- 0192622676
- ISBN13
- 9780192622679
- Reihe
- Schlagwörter
- Medizin, Allgemeinmedizin
- Beschreibung
- The demand for quality control in medical care has surged recently, driven by increased public awareness and political trends. This has led to the widespread implementation of audits in general practice across the US, supported by improved data collection systems and enhanced primary care teamwork. This concise yet comprehensive guide addresses the theory and practice of medical audit in primary health care. Edited by university lecturers and practicing family practitioners, it features contributions from various practitioners experienced in audit implementation and aware of potential pitfalls. The first section explores the theoretical foundation and purpose of audits, detailing the 'audit cycle' stages from setting target standards to enacting change. The second section focuses on the practical implementation of audits, examining each stage of the cycle and providing real-world examples of audit challenges in different care areas. It concludes with insights on the role of Medical Audit Advisory Groups and auditing methods. Emphasizing teamwork in problem-solving, this guide serves as a valuable resource for general practitioners, trainees, and all members of the primary health care team.