| Theme | Clinical Pathway for Digestive Diseases | |
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| Title | Critical Pathways from the Standpoint of Nurses | |
| Publish Date | 2002/05 | |
| Author | Suga Sakamoto | Department of Nursing, Kanto Medical Center NTT EC. |
| [ Summary ] | A critical pathways (CP) was introduced at Kanto Medical Center NTT EC, and an influence on nurses' behavior and duties was observed as a result of its application. A general review of team activities from the process of preparation of the CP for gastrointestinal diseases and its use showed that the items listed below had an influence on nurses. 1. The primary role of healthcare improved. 2. Ability to make appropriate decisions improved. 3. Clarification of the basis of health care may prevent risks. 4. There is a hidden risk of routine standardization. 5. There may be a switch to outcome thinking. 6. Introduction requires effort. |
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