Integrative Care Pathways: Aligning Nursing, Patient Advocacy, and Diagnostic Services for Improved Healthcare Delivery
Authors: Naif Dhidan AlShammari, Khalid Abdullah AlBedaiwey, Mansour Bakheet AlOtaibi, Marzouq Haief AlOtaibi, Salha Mohammed Hadadi, Ashwaq Turky AlOtaibi
Country: Saudi Arabia
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Abstract: This study investigates the implementation and effectiveness of integrative care pathways (ICPs) in healthcare delivery systems, focusing on the coordination between nursing services, patient advocacy programs, and diagnostic departments. The research examined data from 15 healthcare facilities over three years (2016-2019), employing a mixed-methods approach to evaluate the impact of ICPs on patient outcomes, operational efficiency, and healthcare delivery quality. Results demonstrated that facilities implementing comprehensive ICP showed a 27% reduction in care delays, a 32% improvement in patient satisfaction scores, and a 23% decrease in diagnostic errors. The findings suggest that well-structured ICPs significantly enhance healthcare delivery through improved interdepartmental coordination and patient-centered care approaches.
Keywords: Integrative care pathways, healthcare delivery, patient advocacy, nursing care, diagnostic services, healthcare coordination, patient outcomes
Paper Id: 231722
Published On: 2019-02-15
Published In: Volume 7, Issue 1, January-February 2019
Cite This: Integrative Care Pathways: Aligning Nursing, Patient Advocacy, and Diagnostic Services for Improved Healthcare Delivery - Naif Dhidan AlShammari, Khalid Abdullah AlBedaiwey, Mansour Bakheet AlOtaibi, Marzouq Haief AlOtaibi, Salha Mohammed Hadadi, Ashwaq Turky AlOtaibi - IJIRMPS Volume 7, Issue 1, January-February 2019.