Journal of Stroke & Cerebrovascular Diseases
Volume 15, Issue 2 , Pages 64-65, March 2006

Outcomes Research: A Paradigm Shift for Nursing Research

  • Pamela E. Windle, MS, RN, CNA, CPAN, CAPA

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St. Luke’s Episcopal Hospital, Day Surgery Center, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Surgical Observation Unit, Houston, Texas

Received 30 September 2005; accepted 29 November 2005.

A short synopsis describing three approaches to outcomes measurement and ten simple steps to improve outcomes. Outcomes research is important for nursing researchers to consider in helping identify strategies to improve the quality and delivery of patient care.

Key Words:  Outcomes , outcomes measurement , outcomes research , outcomes evaluation , outcomes management

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PII: S1052-3057(05)00088-1

doi:10.1016/j.jstrokecerebrovasdis.2005.08.010

Journal of Stroke & Cerebrovascular Diseases
Volume 15, Issue 2 , Pages 64-65, March 2006

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