Abstract
Concepts of coordinated care, case management, and continuous quality improvement were applied by a medical center nursing service to improve continuity and coordination of patient care between inpatient and outpatient programs. Quality and cost outcomes are presented for a pilot project with a total hip replacement population.
MeSH terms
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Clinical Protocols
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Continuity of Patient Care / organization & administration*
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Hip Prosthesis / nursing
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Hospitals, Veterans / organization & administration
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Humans
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Length of Stay
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Models, Organizational*
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Nursing Service, Hospital / organization & administration*
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Nursing Service, Hospital / standards
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Pilot Projects
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Wisconsin