Define what type of data was collected as an outcome measure.
This week’s content discussed the link between information systems, data collection, and quality improvement. In addition, literature discussing regulatory and reimbursement issues, accreditation, and costs associated with data collection and analysis was presented. Think of a recently conducted quality or process improvement project at your current institution of employment (my work place is an in-patient psychiatric hospital). Then answer the following discussion prompts. Be sure to incorporate the knowledge you gained from this week’s content when formulating your responses.
1. Give a brief synopsis of the project.
2. Define what type of data was collected as an outcome measure.
3. Identify the established benchmarks the project was aiming to achieve.
4. Discuss the role of information systems in the data collection process.
5. Identify all the potential costs associated with data collection.
6. Describe the connection between information systems, data collection, quality improvement, regulatory and reimbursement issues, accreditation, and financial management.
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