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Quality of learning in primary care : a social systems inquiry

Creator:: Kailin, David C.
Abstract:: What constitutes quality of learning in primary care? A social systems view of that central question regards the relationships between dimensions of learning, purposes of primary care, and quality of practice. The question of learning quality was approached in three ways. First, perceptions of learning quality were elicited through recorded...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: dimensions of learning, purposes of primary care, and quality of practice. The question of learning quality

An evaluation of community pharmacists applying the patient centered care approach to ambulatory Oregon Health Plan asthmatics in a Managed Care setting

Creator:: Crowder, Terry J.
Abstract:: Purpose: The Purpose of this research was to design, implement and evaluate a patient centered asthma intervention pilot program directed by physicians and administered by community pharmacists to a group of Managed Care contracted Oregon Health Plan asthmatics. The evaluation was to determine if the proposed intervention could improve the...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: ...... '" ...... '" ... ... ... ... 118 2.11.4 Summary of Outcomes Measures and Assessments ............ 132 2.12 Quality of Care

An exploratory study of an intranet dashboard in a multi-state healthcare system

Creator:: Wolpin, Seth E.
Abstract:: Introduction: Management of complex systems is facilitated through effective information systems that provide real-time data to decision makers. For example, instrument panels in airplanes ensure that pilots have well-designed feedback concerning the status of mission-critical variables. Problem: While pilots have dashboards for feedback and communication, healthcare executives may be unaware...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: concerning the status of mission-critical variables. Problem: While pilots have dashboards for feedback and

Integrated health systems and the impact on rural hospitals and communities

Creator:: King, Mark T.
Abstract:: PURPOSE Rural hospitals began to make significant changes in the 1990s by becoming integrated with larger health systems. The literature has correlated several key measures that determine the success of integrated health systems. These measures were quality, financial strength, community benefit, physician outcomes, and service changes. The purpose of this...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: /or (3) a health insurance product or products; and/or (4) a long-term care provider. At least two of

Bioterrorism : a survey of western United States hospital response readiness

Creator:: Phillips, Margaret J.
Abstract:: A study to evaluate the level of hospital preparedness to respond to a bioterrorist attack such as smallpox or anthrax, in the western United States (Arizona, California, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon and Washington) was conducted from May to September 2000. A survey questionnaire was mailed to 300 randomly selected hospitals. A...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: national emergency stockpile of pharmaceuticals and medical supplies needed for a bioterrorist event, and

Medicaid prenatal care : testing the effectiveness of a prenatal intervention model

Creator:: Buffa, Jan L.
Abstract:: The study evaluates the effectiveness of a pregnancy intervention model (PIM) developed to improve first trimester prenatal care utilization in a population of 2,694 low-income Medicaid women. Engagement in prenatal care is critical before prenatal care can occur. Early initiation of prenatal care is important for low income pregnant women...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: utilization in a population of 2,694 low-income Medicaid women. Engagement in prenatal care is critical

The influence of selected factors on dentists’ delivery of a set of 5A-like intervention strategies for eating disorders in Oregon

Creator:: Elliott, Karen Marlene
Abstract:: Each year an estimated one million young women in the United States develop an eating disorder. Without early recognition of symptoms and early intervention/treatment, these eating disorders can lead to a host of chronic and debilitating illnesses. Tooth erosion is one of the first signs of an eating disorder, providing...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Part II: Nature and Extent of Dental Care and Eating Disorders in Oregon……………………………………….. 58

Factors influencing women's enrollment in cardiac rehabilitation : patient and support person perspectives

Creator:: Northrup-Snyder, Kathlynn
Abstract:: Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) accounts for almost 20% of all deaths in the United States and is a leading cause of premature death and disability. The cost for this disease includes not only lost work years, but billions of health care dollars. Women account for almost half of the deaths...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: source for CR information and they and primary care physicians need to increase the amount of positive

Using demographic and clinical variables to predict the length of stay of "incompetent to stand trial" patients

Creator:: Ficken, Carl Theodore
Abstract:: In Oregon, "Incompetent to Stand Trial (1ST) Patients" were observed to be increasing in number, remaining in the hospital longer, and costing more to treat. A study was designed to investigate variables that could be used to predict their length of stay at Oregon State Hospital. Data for thirteen independent...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: , and improved quality of care. Resources that are saved can be directed to other mental health

Tales from the trenches : the people, policies, and procedures of cultural resource management

Creator:: Wilson, Michele L.
Abstract:: Since the late 1970s, archaeology has grown into an industry whose practitioners work in both public and private sectors. As an industry, modern archeology is commonly known as Cultural Resources Management, or CRM. CRM emerged from a surplus of employment opportunities made available to archeologists after the passing of National...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: of Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies in Anthropology. Anthropology, and Public Health

ScholarsArchive@OSU

Quality of learning in primary care : a social systems inquiry

An evaluation of community pharmacists applying the patient centered care approach to ambulatory Oregon Health Plan asthmatics in a Managed Care setting

An exploratory study of an intranet dashboard in a multi-state healthcare system

Integrated health systems and the impact on rural hospitals and communities

Bioterrorism : a survey of western United States hospital response readiness

Medicaid prenatal care : testing the effectiveness of a prenatal intervention model

The influence of selected factors on dentists’ delivery of a set of 5A-like intervention strategies for eating disorders in Oregon

Factors influencing women's enrollment in cardiac rehabilitation : patient and support person perspectives

Using demographic and clinical variables to predict the length of stay of "incompetent to stand trial" patients

Tales from the trenches : the people, policies, and procedures of cultural resource management

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