BHA FPX 4106 Assessment 4 Improving Quality of Care at End of Life for Cancer Patients Benchmarking Plan:

Comparative analysis will be conducted between three quality metrics outlined in the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) and data extracted from local healthcare facilities and our clinic. Leveraging electronic Health Information Exchanges (HIEs) will facilitate seamless interoperability of patient records, thereby enhancing the overall quality of care.

Quality and Change Management Strategies:

Rigorous quality management strategies, including peer review and tracer methodology, will be employed to ensure the reliability and accuracy of our findings. Only peer-reviewed journal articles authored by accredited healthcare professionals will be incorporated into our study. Tracer methodology will be utilized to gauge compliance with standards pertaining to the quality of care for individual cancer patients.

Conclusion

This investigation will provide invaluable insights into end-of-life care practices for our cancer patients. It will shed light on the necessity of initiating discussions about end-of-life decisions early in the cancer diagnosis process to mitigate the likelihood of intensive end-of-life care and promote peaceful home-based transitions. Moreover, it will elucidate whether intensive care aligns with the preferences of these patients nearing the end of life. Furthermore, this study will enable us to assess the suitability of hospice and palliative care for patients experiencing deteriorating health and integrate these options into their end-of-life plans.