Spread tools: a systematic review of components, uptake, and effectiveness of quality improvement toolkits.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The objective was to conduct a systematic review of toolkit evaluations intended to spread interventions to improve healthcare quality. We aimed to determine the components, uptake, and effectiveness of publicly available toolkits.

Methods

We searched PubMed, CINAHL, and the Web of Science from 2005 to May 2018 for evaluations of publicly available toolkits, used a forward search of known toolkits, screened references, and contacted topic experts. Two independent reviewers screened publications for inclusion. One reviewer abstracted data and appraised the studies, checked by a second reviewer; reviewers resolved disagreements through discussion. Findings, summarized in comprehensive evidence tables and narrative synthesis addressed the uptake and utility, procedur

SUBMITTER: Hempel S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6701087 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature