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J Pediatr Health Care
; 8(2): 74-8, 1994.
Artigo
em Inglês
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-8158491
RESUMO
Today's health care environment prompted implementation of a case management model by pediatric nurse practitioner clinical nurse specialists to promote the organization of resources for optimal care of children with heart disease. Evaluation of this pilot program suggests that achievement of expected outcomes within an appropriate length of stay was facilitated, that parents were ready for discharge, and that readmissions were infrequent. In addition, patient and system variances resulting in delay of discharge and discharge preparation needs were identified. The pediatric nurse practitioner as case manager may have a significant impact on the quality and cost of care for hospitalized children.