Adherence to Clinical Preventative Service Guidelines by Selected Military Healthcare Providers
Abstract
This descriptive study reveals what preventative women's health care screening tests, as suggested by the Clinician's Handbook of Preventative Services (CHPS) (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 1994), are being employed by a randomly selected group of Air Force health care providers.The study was conducted via retrospective record review at a midsized U.S. Air Force health care facility. The study included women ranging in age from 35 to 55 years, who were seen in the Family Practice or OB/GYN clinics for women's health care. The population studied included active duty women, active duty dependents, and retired female patients. The study employed a tool designed by the researcher using screening guidelines outlined in the CHPS. Two primary care women's health care providers reviewed the tool to obtain estimates of content validity. Following Institutional Review Board approval from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS), a pool of 250 records meeting the criteria outlined in the tool were selected. A random sample of 50 subjects was obtained by review of every fifth record. Data analysis consisted of the use of descriptive statistics to report the screening tests used in health maintenance. CHPS standards were met or exceeded for documentation regarding mammograms, pap smears, blood pressure, weight and digital rectal exam. The study found the documentation of height and cholesterol did not meet CHPS standards.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 18, 1997
- Accession Number
- AD1011740
Entities
People
- Penny L. Petersen
Organizations
- Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences