Watch this video if you missed our webcast event yesterday to launch the national Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Clinical Care Standard #CCS. https://lnkd.in/gTrYcg9g Expert panellists discussed the challenges presented by this common condition, best practice assessment and management of this potentially preventable disease, based on guidance in the Standard. #COPD
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The Commission’s role is to lead and coordinate national improvements in the safety and quality of health care. The Commission works in partnership with the Australian Government and state and territory health systems to achieve a sustainable, safe and high-quality health system. In doing so, the Commission also works closely with patients, carers, clinicians, managers, policymakers and healthcare organisations, including those in the private sector. Key functions of the Commission include developing national safety and quality standards, developing clinical care standards to improve the implementation of evidence-based health care, coordinating work in to improve patient outcomes, and providing information, publications and resources about safety and quality. The Commission works in four priority areas: 1. Patient safety 2. Partnering with patients, consumers and communities 3. Quality, cost and value 4. Supporting health professionals to provide care that is informed, supported and organised to deliver safe and high-quality health care. One of the Commission’s key programs is the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards, which were developed by the Commission in collaboration with states and territories, clinical experts, patients and carers. The primary aims of the NSQHS Standards are to protect the public from harm and to improve the quality of health service provision. They provide a quality-assurance mechanism that tests whether relevant systems are in place to ensure expected standards of safety and quality are met. The Commission is led by a Board, the members of which are appointed by the Australian Government Minister for Health in consultation with all state and territory health ministers. The Board includes members who have extensive experience and knowledge in the fields of healthcare administration, provision of health services, law, management, primary health care, corporate governance and safety and quality improvement.
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http://www.safetyandquality.gov.au
External link for Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care
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- Sydney, New South Wales
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Employees at Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care
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Kate Mertens
Project Officer at the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care
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#IPC involves both responding to infections when they occur and delivering comprehensive care to prevent infections. Simple #infectionprevention strategies can help break the chain and stop the spread. Find out more at https://lnkd.in/gGTK3zeF #IPCWeek
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Have you seen the new Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Clinical Care Standard #CCS published yesterday? Consultant respiratory physician Associate Professor Natasha Smallwood says the Standard acknowledges the immense impact of #COPD as an illness in Australia, particularly as one of the leading causes of preventable hospital admissions. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/gTrYcg9g
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Wondering what care is recommended in the first national Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Clinical Care Standard, released yesterday? Although there is no cure for COPD, there are many things that people living with the condition can do to ease their symptoms and improve their quality of life. The new Standard includes a focus on accurate diagnosis, smoking cessation, active self-management, pulmonary rehabilitation and 'stepwise' prescribing. Read the full #COPD #CCS at https://lnkd.in/gTrYcg9g
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That's a wrap! Huge thanks to the expert panellists who participated in today's live webcast to launch the Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Clinical Care Standard. An insightful discussion on how to improve care for patients with #COPD, hosted by Dr Jonica Newby with Commission Clinical Director and GP Dr Lee Fong, respiratory physiotherapist Professor Jennifer Alison, GP Dr Kerry Hancock OAM FRACGP (Hon), respiratory clinical nurse consultant Mary Roberts, and consultant respiratory physician Associate Professor Natasha Smallwood. Download and read the new Standard at: https://lnkd.in/gTrYcg9g #COPD #CCS #primarycare
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COPD is a serious and debilitating chronic lung condition that affects 1 in 13 Australians over the age of 40, although half of people living with COPD don't know they have it. A breathing test called ‘spirometry’ is the only way to confirm that someone has COPD. Clinicians have an important role in early and accurate diagnosis of COPD, to ensure that patients receive appropriate treatment to prevent deterioration in their health. Read the new #COPD #CCS out today. https://lnkd.in/gTrYcg9g
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Our Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Clinical Care Standard #CCS webcast is underway. Host Dr Jonica Newby welcomes panellists: our Medical Advisor Dr Lee Fong, respiratory physiotherapist Professor Jennifer Alison, GP Dr Kerry Hancock OAM FRACGP (Hon), respiratory clinical nurse consultant Mary Roberts and consultant respiratory physician A/Professor Natasha Smallwood. Tune-in at: https://lnkd.in/g-wDW4NC #COPD #CCS #primarycare
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Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care reposted this
Lung Foundation Australia welcomes new world-leading COPD Clinical Care Standards from Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care! Set to revolutionise COPD patient care, the new care standards provide comprehensive, evidence-based instructions for the diagnosis, management, and treatment of COPD, including exacerbations. #COPD currently affects 1 in 13 Australians aged 40+ and costs the healthcare system an estimated $935 million annually. Lung Foundation Australia CEO Mark Brookes explains, "The Standards are an opportunity to improve the lived experience of people and tackle the substantial burden of COPD on our primary and tertiary healthcare systems.” We encourage healthcare providers and patients with COPD to engage with the new standards!
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TUNE IN TODAY | Learn about the new Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Clinical Care Standard #CCS. Watch our webcast discussion with a multidisciplinary expert panel who work with #COPD patients. #generalpractice #nursing #physiotherapy #respiratorymedicine https://lnkd.in/g-wDW4NC Thursday 17 October @ 12pm AEDT