Publications by authors named "Erin Shadbolt"
Article Synopsis
- The project focuses on identifying and analyzing areas for improvement within a specific process or service.
- It uses descriptive research methods to gather data and understand current practices and outcomes.
- The ultimate goal is to propose actionable recommendations to enhance quality and effectiveness in the targeted area.
Let There Be PEACE: Improving Continuous Symptom Monitoring in Hospice Patients.
Mayo Clin Proc Innov Qual Outcomes
June 2020
Objective: To ensure that a standardized method of continuous symptom monitoring was available to hospice patients enrolled at our institution.
Patients And Methods: The Palliative/End-of-Life/Assessment/Care Coordination/Evidence-Based Program (PEACE) seeks to enhance the provision of hospice care through symptom control and patient support. We conducted a quality improvement initiative between November 1, 2015, and March 31, 2017, following Define-Measure-Analyze-Improve-Control methodology to improve hospice care at a rural hospice.