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Transforming Patient Care to Reduce Mortality Rates: A Comprehensive Review
Author(s):
1. Danish Khilani: Sheikh Shahkbout Medical City,Abu Dhabi,United Arab Emirates
2. Haider Ali: Al Maria Medical Center LLC,Abu Dhabi,United Arab Emirates
3. Pranitha Shanthi lobo: Alsharq Healthcare,Northern Emirates,United Arab Emirates
4. Benjamin John: Al Dhannah Hospital,Abu Dhabi,United Arab Emirates
Abstract:
This review article addresses the critical and enduring challenge of high patient mortality rates that plague healthcare systems globally. Despite the advent of numerous quality improvement initiatives and significant technological advancements in medicine, mortality rates have shown little to no substantial improvement. In the United States alone, over 250,000 deaths per year are estimated to be preventable. The article delves deep into the intricacies and complexities of healthcare delivery systems, highlighting the systemic issues that contribute to these disheartening statistics. It proposes a comprehensive, multi-faceted approach aimed at transforming the very fabric of healthcare delivery. The article meticulously discusses key components essential for initiating and sustaining quality improvement. These components include the adoption of evidence-based practices to standardize care, the importance of care coordination especially during transitions, the role of health information technology in facilitating quality care, and the oftenoverlooked aspect of patient and family engagement in healthcare decisions. Additionally, the article underscores the necessity of a robust quality assurance infrastructure for monitoring performance and implementing targeted interventions. Moreover, the article doesn't shy away from examining the formidable challenges and barriers that healthcare providers and policymakers face in implementing these sweeping changes. It emphasizes the indispensable role of strong, committed leadership and a multidisciplinary team in overcoming these obstacles. By synthesizing current literature, this review aims to serve as a comprehensive guide and a call to action for healthcare providers, policymakers, and various stakeholders. The ultimate goal is to galvanize these key players into committing to tangible improvements in patient outcomes and a significant reduction in preventable mortality rates.
Page(s): 247-252
Published: Journal: Liaquat National Journal of Primary Care, Volume: 7, Issue: 3, Year: 2025
Keywords:
Mortality , Patient care , Quality Assurance , Quality improvement , healthcare system mortality
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