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Patient Care Management Of Hypertension Through Improving Follow-Up And Reducing Missed Appointments In A Primary Care Clinic: A Qi Project, Victoria Idubor
Patient Care Management Of Hypertension Through Improving Follow-Up And Reducing Missed Appointments In A Primary Care Clinic: A Qi Project, Victoria Idubor
Doctor of Nursing Practice
Background. Missed follow-up appointments constitute significant problems clinics and health centers face nationwide. A significant portion of primary care providers’ patients will require follow-up appointments to manage their chronic illnesses. About 20 to 40% of patients seen at this clinic have a history of hypertension. Uncontrolled hypertension has been shown to increase the risk of certain cardiovascular disease events and mortality. Follow-up appointments are crucial for patients with hypertension to monitor for more life-threatening signs and manage their overall care. Purpose. The purpose of this project is to improve the timely management of care for patients with hypertension …
A Quality Improvement Initiative To Facilitate Provider Adherence To Type Ii Diabetes Mellitus Guidelines, Yazmin Valencia
A Quality Improvement Initiative To Facilitate Provider Adherence To Type Ii Diabetes Mellitus Guidelines, Yazmin Valencia
Doctor of Nursing Practice
Background:A significant number of individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus do not receive comprehensive diabetes care management to maintain optimal health.
Purpose:This project was designed to facilitate provider adherence to the type 2 diabetes mellitus evidence-based practice standards of care. A primary care practice needs assessment indicated opportunities to improve care management processes which promote adherence to current clinical practice guidelines.
Methods:This 10-week quality improvement project provided the clinical staff and provider with the necessary tools to implement best practices of diabetes care. Objectives assessed throughout project implementation included the design and use of an electronic health …