Effectiveness of Quality Improvement Coaching on Process Outcomes in Health Care Settings: A Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

A culture of improvement is an important feature of high-quality health care systems. However, health care teams often need support to translate quality improvement (QI) activities into practice. One method of support is consultation from a QI coach. The literature suggests that coaching interventions have a positive impact on clinical outcomes. However, the impact of coaching on specific process outcomes, like adoption of clinical care activities, is unknown. Identifying the process outcomes for which QI coaching is most effective could provide specific guidance on when to employ this strategy.

Methods

We searched multiple databases from inception through July 2021. Studies that addressed the effects of QI coaching on process of care outcomes were included. Two r

SUBMITTER: Ballengee LA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8904663 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature