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Managers ’ perceptions of the effects of a national mandatory accreditation program in Danish hospitals. A cross-sectional survey
ConclusionWhile the DDKM had some perceived benefits for quality improvement, it was ultimately considered time-consuming and outdated or having served its purpose. Including managers, particularly middle managers, in refinements to the new quality improvement model could capitalize on the benefits while redressing the problems with the terminated accreditation program. (Source: International Journal for Quality in Health Care)
Source: International Journal for Quality in Health Care - November 22, 2018 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research

Learning from experience in a National Healthcare System: organizational dynamics that enable or inhibit change processes
ConclusionsA theoretical framework was generated depicting a vicious circle that needs to be broken to enable the desired organizational development and learning. This additional knowledge can be used by and inspire other organizations operating within comparable conditions. (Source: International Journal for Quality in Health Care)
Source: International Journal for Quality in Health Care - September 21, 2018 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research

Impact of strategic planning, organizational culture imprint and care bundles to reduce adverse events in the ICU
ConclusionsA multifaceted program including strategic planning, organizational culture imprint and care protocols was associated with a significant reduction of adverse events in the respiratory-ICU. (Source: International Journal for Quality in Health Care)
Source: International Journal for Quality in Health Care - September 19, 2018 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research

An exploration of factors influencing inpatient nurses ’ care behaviour in an acute hospital setting
ConclusionFindings from this study raise awareness to the caring behaviours that nurses were lacking in and also offer valuable insights to the potential factors influencing nurses ’ caring behaviours. This information serves as a foundational knowledge to guide the development of interventions aimed to promote patient-centred care and improve quality of future nursing care. (Source: International Journal for Quality in Health Care)
Source: International Journal for Quality in Health Care - September 19, 2018 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research

Exploring what teams perceive by ‘culture’ when implementing new models of care
DiscussionOur findings suggest that exploring teams ’ own meanings of culture and behaviour change barriers, gathering ideas and co-developing tailored support would help overcome cultural challenges in implementing new models of care. (Source: International Journal for Quality in Health Care)
Source: International Journal for Quality in Health Care - September 19, 2018 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research