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Auf der Suche nach operativer Exzellenz im Krankenhaus: Logistik als Rationalisierungsinstrument und strategischer Wettbewerbsfaktor in einem dynamischen Marktumfeld
Walther, Markus - 2005
Restrukturierungsansätze im Krankenhaus. … the existing structures in the health care sector in general and the hospital sector in particular. The environmental … change is heavily fueled by demographic fac-tors in form of a rising young-old balance, innovative solutions in information …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10009451142
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On Hospital Competition: Quality, Efficiency, and Ownership
Herr, Annika - 2009
In this research we will focus on three topics which we think are particularly relevant for hospital competition: i … change, demographic change, and the increase of chronic diseases- are difficult to control by policy makers, it is important … to detect and reduce inefficiencies in this market. Therefore, hospital inefficiency is one main aspect in our research …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10009451161
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Incentive Compatibility and Efficiency in the Contractual Insurer-Provider Relationship - Economic Theory and Practical Implications: The Case of North Carolina
Schmid, Andreas - 2007
Die Arbeit besch?ftigt sich mit der optimalen Vertragsgestaltung zwischen Krankenversicherern und Leistungserbringern. Ausgehend von verschiedenen Aspekten der Vertragstheorie erfolgt eine Spezifikation auf die Besonderheiten des Gesundheitswesens. Der Fokus liegt einerseits auf einer...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10009485586
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Psychometric analysis of the Brisbane Practice Environment Measure (B-PEM)
Flint, Anndrea; Farrugia, Charles; Courtney, Mary; … - 2010
: Content validity of the 33-item measure was established by a panel of experts. Initial testing involved 195 nursing staff … factor analysis was conducted using data from a further 983 nursing staff. Results: Principal component factor analysis …. The measure can be utilised as a subscale or total score reflective of a contemporary nursing work environment. Clinical …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10009483364
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A Measure of Community Members’ Perceptions of the Impacts of Research Partnerships in Health and Social Services
King, Gillian; Servais, Michelle; Kertoy, Marilyn; … - 2009
Currently, there are no psychometrically sound outcome measures by which to assess the impacts of research partnerships. This article describes the development of a 33-item, survey questionnaire measuring community members’ perceptions of the impact of research partnerships addressing health...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10009447247
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Organizational Learning for Evidence-based Practice: A “PAKT” for Success
McWilliam, Carol L.; Kothari, Anita; Kloseck, Marita; … - 2008
This article presents a participatory action knowledge translation (PAKT) framework for creating a learning organization to implement and sustain evidence-based practice in health services. Developed and piloted in the home care sector in Ontario, Canada, the PAKT framework inextricably...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10009447249
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Organizational predictors of adherence to ambulatory care screening guidelines
Vaughn, T. E.; McCoy, K. D.; BootsMiller, B. J.; … - 2002
OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to identify hospital organizational characteristics consistently associated … American Hospital Association data, VHA External Peer Review Program data for 1998 and 1999, and the 1999 Veterans Satisfaction …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10009466014
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Modeling mortality risk in hemodialysis patients using laboratory values as time-dependent covariates
Culp, Kennith R.; Flanigan, M.; Lowrie, E. G.; Lew, N.; … - 1996
required to accommodate the change in risk that occurs over time. Using a retrospective cohort design, we tested the following …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10009466015
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Intervention research in highly unstable environments
Buckwalter, Kathleen; Grey, M.; Bowers, B.; McCarthy, … - 2009
This article highlights issues and presents strategies for conducting intervention research in highly unstable environments such as schools, critical care units, and long-term care facilities. The authors draw on their own experiences to discuss the challenges that may be encountered in highly...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10009466016
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Crystallizing the processes of the Unitary Field Pattern Portrait research method
Butcher, Howard K. - 1998
Research methods must be consistent with the Science of Unitary Human Beings if one is to study irreducible human beings in mutual process within a pandimensional universe. The Unitary Field Pattern Portrait (UFPP) research method was developed from the criteria of Rogerian inquiry and is a...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10009466017