Abstract
This article reviews the purposes of health care databases and the findings from a literature review of the use of patient databases in palliative care. We present the history and goals of databases developed in two Canadian settings, Hamilton and Halifax. We present data on the strengths, limitations, and difficulties encountered in each setting. We review the types of data collected and the potential of these databases, and we offer practical recommendations for others looking to set up such systems.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 7-14 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Journal | Journal of Palliative Care |
Volume | 18 |
Issue number | 1 |
Publication status | Published - 2002 |
Keywords
- Data Collection
- Databases as Topic
- Guidelines as Topic
- Humans
- Needs Assessment
- Nova Scotia
- Ontario
- Organizational Objectives
- Palliative Care
- Program Development
- Regional Medical Programs
- Urban Health Services
- Journal Article