Young L, Vogelsmeier A. Quality Dashboards in Hospital Settings: A Systematic Review With Implications for Nurses.
J Nurs Care Qual 2024;
39:188-194. [PMID:
37782907 DOI:
10.1097/ncq.0000000000000747]
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Abstract
BACKGROUND
Dashboards visually display quality and safety data to aid nurses in making informed decisions.
PURPOSE
This systematic review evaluated quality improvement (QI) dashboard characteristics associated with interventions to improve patient outcomes and positive end-user evaluation.
METHODS
Literature was searched from 2012 to 2022 in PubMed, CINAHL, Scopus, MEDLINE, and Google Scholar.
RESULTS
Sixteen articles were included. Varied dashboard characteristics were noted, with mixed patient outcomes and end-user responses. Graphs and tabular presentations were associated with improved patient outcomes, whereas graphs were associated with end-user satisfaction. Benchmarks were noted with improved patient outcomes but not end-user satisfaction. Interactive dashboards were important for end users and improved patient outcomes.
CONCLUSION
Nurses can find dashboards helpful in guiding QI projects. Dashboards may include graphs and/or tables, benchmarks, and interactivity but should be useful, usable, and aligned to unit needs. Future research should focus on the use of quality dashboards in nursing practice.
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