Outcomes
Outcomes
Outcomes (/ˈaʊtkʌmz/), derived from the English words "out" and "come", is a term frequently used in the medical and healthcare fields. It refers to the results or consequences of healthcare interventions, which can be measured in various ways, such as patient survival, symptom improvement, or changes in quality of life.
Types of Outcomes
There are several types of outcomes that are commonly measured in healthcare:
- Clinical Outcomes: These are the changes in health status as a result of healthcare. They can include measures such as mortality rates, readmission rates, and complication rates.
- Patient-reported Outcomes: These are reports directly from patients about how they feel or function in relation to a health condition and its therapy.
- Process Outcomes: These are measures of the healthcare services provided, such as the number of screenings conducted or the number of patients receiving a particular treatment.
- Economic Outcomes: These are the financial implications of healthcare interventions, such as the cost-effectiveness of a particular treatment or the economic burden of a disease.
Importance of Outcomes
Outcomes are crucial in healthcare as they provide a measure of the effectiveness and quality of care. They are used to guide decision-making in healthcare, from individual patient care to health policy decisions. They also form the basis for healthcare quality improvement efforts and healthcare research.
Related Terms
- Outcome Measures
- Health Outcomes
- Patient Outcome Assessment
- Outcome and Process Assessment (Health Care)
- Treatment Outcome
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Outcomes
- Wikipedia's article - Outcomes
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