Clinical and cost-effectiveness of non-medical prescribing: A systematic review of randomised controlled trials.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To evaluate the clinical and cost-effectiveness of non-medical prescribing (NMP).

Design

Systematic review. Two reviewers independently completed searches, eligibility assessment and assessment of risk of bias.

Data sources

Pre-defined search terms/combinations were utilised to search electronic databases. In addition, hand searches of reference lists, key journals and grey literature were employed alongside consultation with authors/experts.

Eligibility criteria for included studies

Randomised controlled trials (RCTs) evaluating clinical or cost-effectiveness of NMP. Measurements reported on one or more outcome(s) of: pain, function, disability, health, social impact, patient-safety, costs-analysis, quality adjusted life years (QALYs), patient satisf

SUBMITTER: Noblet T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5839564 | biostudies-literature | 2018

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature