Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
6113984 Transfusion and Apheresis Science 2015 18 Pages PDF
Abstract
Little is known about the organizational impact of supervisory activities in blood banks. We did a study with the aim to explore health professional's experiences with the external audit of blood transfusion services in Norway. The audit and supervision brought attention to deficiencies in systems and practices, and had been a catalyst for quality improvement. We identify facilitators and barriers to change. While audits can bring attention to known deficiencies, and trigger improvement processes which previously have not been prioritized, involvement of senior management is important to secure change across departments.
Related Topics
Health Sciences Medicine and Dentistry Hematology
Authors
, , ,