HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT STRATEGIES IN PRIMARY CARE SETTINGS
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Keywords
Healthcare quality improvement, Primary care settings, Patient outcomes, Quality improvement strategies, Electronic health records, Care coordination.
Abstract
Healthcare quality improvement in primary care settings is essential for enhancing patient outcomes and optimizing the delivery of healthcare services. This review article explores various strategies employed to improve healthcare quality in primary care settings. The importance of quality improvement initiatives in enhancing patient safety, increasing efficiency, and reducing healthcare costs is discussed. The article also examines the impact of quality improvement strategies on patient satisfaction and clinical outcomes. Different approaches such as implementing electronic health records, promoting evidence-based practice, and enhancing care coordination are analyzed for their effectiveness in improving healthcare quality. Additionally, the role of healthcare professionals, policymakers, and patients in driving quality improvement efforts is highlighted. The review synthesizes current literature on healthcare quality improvement strategies in primary care settings, providing insights into successful interventions and areas for further research. By identifying key challenges and opportunities in quality improvement, this article aims to inform healthcare providers, administrators, and policymakers on best practices for enhancing healthcare quality in primary care settings.
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MOcenters Qatif –Dareen Nursing MOH, Saudi Arabia.
Sarah Saad Alajlan
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Merfat Mohammed ALsaeed
Nurse, Al omran general hospital, Alahsaa, Saudi Arabia.
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Alghamdi , Salem Hamdan S
GP, Alazizyah Children Hospital , Jeddah , Saudi Arabia, Saudi Arabia.
Sakinah Jafar Maki Al Darwish
Nursing specialist, Alatheer primary health center, Saudi Arabia.
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GP, Alaziziah hospital Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Zahrah ahmed alyaseen
GP, Omran PHC al Alahsa, Saudi Arabia.
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