Developing the EQUIPED approach to quality management using multi-grounded theory.

ABSTRACT:

Aim

This study aimed to develop a theoretical approach to quality management for dietetics services operating in primary care settings in Australia.

Methods

Multi-grounded theory was used to develop a theoretical approach to quality management across three phases. A preliminary approach was developed in the first phase using empirical data outlining quality management activities employed by primary care dietetics services. In the second phase, the preliminary approach was matched to theoretical data captured from the Australian National Safety and Quality in Primary and Community Healthcare Standards, the Quality in Nutrition Care Model for Dietitians, and complex adaptive systems theory. Central concepts were defined and described in the final phase.

Results

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SUBMITTER: Kirkegaard A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10953428 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature