Medical Effectiveness and Outcomes Management: Issues, Methods, and Case Studies (J-B AHA Press) [Illustrated] (Paperback)

~ Patrice L. Spath (Author)

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Product Description

This book introduces nursing leaders, health care administrators, and quality managers to outcomes research. Case studies included come from a wide variety of organizations and illustrate which practices best enhance patient outcomes and decrease costs.

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This book introduces nursing leaders, health care administrators, and quality managers to outcomes research. Case studies included come from a wide variety of organizations and illustrate which practices best enhance patient outcomes and decrease costs.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 327 pages
• Publisher: Jossey-Bass; 1St Edition edition (March 29, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1556481500
• ISBN-13: 978-1556481505
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.3 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #4,509,462 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent how-to book on outcomes measurement techniques!, September 21, 1997

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Healthcare professionals involved in outcomes management initiatives will find all the tools they need in this comprehensive and practical book. It is must reading for caregivers in all provider sites. I especially appreciated the chapter on how to prospectively measure the cost effectiveness of outcomes management initiatives