Intervention Effectiveness Research: Quality Improvement and Program Evaluation
Do interventions improve health outcomes? This volume provides a model and road map to answer clinical questions related to intervention effectiveness research, quality improvement, and program evaluations. It offers clear and simple guidance for al
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Intervention Effectiveness Research: Quality Improvement and Program Evaluation
Karen A. Monsen
Intervention Effectiveness Research: Quality Improvement and Program Evaluation
Karen A. Monsen School of Nursing University of Minnesota System School of Nursing Minneapolis Minnesota USA
ISBN 978-3-319-61245-4 ISBN 978-3-319-61246-1 (eBook) DOI 10.1007/978-3-319-61246-1 Library of Congress Control Number: 2017953368 © Springer International Publishing AG 2018 This work is subject to copyright. All rights are reserved by the Publisher, whether the whole or part of the material is concerned, specifically the rights of translation, reprinting, reuse of illustrations, recitation, broadcasting, reproduction on microfilms or in any other physical way, and transmission or information storage and retrieval, electronic adaptation, computer software, or by similar or dissimilar methodology now known or hereafter developed. The use of general descriptive names, registered names, trademarks, service marks, etc. in this publication does not imply, even in the absence of a specific statement, that such names are exempt from the relevant protective laws and regulations and therefore free for general use. The publisher, the authors and the editors are safe to assume that the advice and information in this book are believed to be true and accurate at the date of publication. Neither the publisher nor the authors or the editors give a warranty, express or implied, with respect to the material contained herein or for any errors or omissions that may have been made. The publisher remains neutral with regard to jurisdictional claims in published maps and institutional affiliations. Printed on acid-free paper This Springer imprint is published by Springer Nature The registered company is Springer International Publishing AG The registered company address is: Gewerbestrasse 11, 6330 Cham, Switzerland
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Foreword
The thirst for discovery, improved outcomes, and quality of life are embedded in the aspirations of individuals, organizations, and whole systems. Whether it is our commitment to person-centered care, organizational efficiency, the learning health system, or planetary health, we recognize that science provides a vigorous path to discovery. Further, impact of the science rests in our undaunted embrace of bold challenges and unwavering connection to the everyday lives of people, families, and communities. Monsen’s “Intervention Effectiveness Research: Quality Improvement and Program Evaluation” is an exemplar in addressing the thirst for discovery with an unwavering linkage to impact on the lives of people, communities, and systems. While she clarifies definitions of intervention effectiveness research, quality improvement activities, and program evaluation at the start, Monsen is clear to address what is at the heart of the matter. She asserts that “the need to know if an efficacious or research-based intervention is effective in a real-world setting, producing the intended and desired outco
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