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== Collection Frequency ==
== Collection Frequency ==
Data collectors are required to collect patient information at least 4 times per week to keep up with the collection process, and to minimize back-logging of profiles.  
Patient data is collected at least 3-4 times per week to keep up with the collection process, and to minimize back-logging of profiles.  
 
*Collectors must follow-up charts on the wards and in Medical Records for completion.   
Data will be submitted once per week, every Wednesday. If data can't be sent on Wednesday the main office needs to be contacted. This standardized send day is required to prevent mix-ups for the [[data processor]]s.
*The [[data processor]] will notify collectors of any outstanding data priorities, and these must be submitted as soon as possible.
 
**Managers, Directors & Researchers are regularly utilizing our data in the form of [[Reporting |regular reports]].
Collectors must follow-up charts to the Ward and to Medical Records for completion in a timely mannerThe Health Care Management Team will be utilizing this information regularly, therefore the key is to collect and submit ASAP.
 
=== Discussion ===
* who is the "Health Care Management Team" referred to here, and exactly what is reported to them? [[User:Ttenbergen|Ttenbergen]] 21:48, 4 June 2008 (CDT)
* clearly the collection frequency requirement is not being fulfilled at some sites. For example, we are allowing vacation time in uncovered location. For another example, are some of the really low ICU EFTs really expected to show up 4 times a week? What is the actual requirement here? [[User:Ttenbergen|Ttenbergen]] 13:44, 16 October 2008 (CDT)
* The follow-up part refers to "a timely manner". What would that be? [[User:Ttenbergen|Ttenbergen]] 13:44, 16 October 2008 (CDT)


== Quality Checks ==
== Quality Checks ==
Data collectors are required to '''check all their forms''' to ensure that all fields are complete prior to [[Sending Patients|sending]].
Data collectors are required to '''check all their data''' to ensure that all fields are complete prior to [[Sending Patients|sending]].


=== Discussion ===
The [[Pre-send Checker]] is a helpful tool to utilize prior to finishing with a patient chart. It will catch any missing/wrong data and minimize errors upon sending.
* This really refers to "all their data" not "forms", right? Since some people don't use forms any more?[[User:Ttenbergen|Ttenbergen]] 13:46, 16 October 2008 (CDT)


== Who will handle queries? ==
== Addressing Queries ==
Any queries by data collectors should be directed to the [[Data Collection Manager]] by phone, fax or email.
Question and answers should posted on the WIKI.
Please refer to [[Communication for the CCMDB]] for details.


=== Discussion ===
Regular queries in regards to data elements will be submitted back to data collectors for clarification. This may be done by email, fax, voice mail or spreadsheets.  Clarification is to be completed by collectors within the time frame requested by the manager or data processor.
* This instruction is out of date from prior to the implementation of the wiki. At this point, any queries should be added to the wiki for proper tracking and to ensure everyone receives all the same answers.  
Trish, if this is OK from your angle, just replace this section with


Please refer to the article [[Communication for the CCMDB]].  
== The importance of common practices ==
It is important that we maintain a clear standard in the collection processes for all sites, so that our database contains quality information.  This data is used to manage and improve standards, improve quality of patient care, as well as to optimize resource utilization in ICU and medicine units across the city of Winnipeg.


[[User:Ttenbergen|Ttenbergen]] 13:49, 16 October 2008 (CDT)
== Related articles ==
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== Requests for correction / clarification ==
At times '''copies''' of patient profiles may be submitted back to the site for clarification.  Clarification should be done by the data collector in a timely manner.
=== Discussion ===
* What does "copies" mean in our current environment? [[User:Ttenbergen|Ttenbergen]] 13:51, 16 October 2008 (CDT)
* What is a timely manner? Specifically, how long does a data collector have to respond to an email before they will be hounded with phone calls or faxes or visits? [[User:Ttenbergen|Ttenbergen]] 13:51, 16 October 2008 (CDT)
== The importance of common practices ==
It is important that we maintain a clear standard in the collection processes for all sites so we can collate a database with quality information.  This data will be used to manage and improved standards, quality of care and resource utilization of ICU’s across the city of Winnipeg.


[[Category:Data_Collection_Guide]]
[[Category:Data Collection Guide | * ]]

Latest revision as of 12:30, 2020 July 3

Collection Frequency

Patient data is collected at least 3-4 times per week to keep up with the collection process, and to minimize back-logging of profiles.

  • Collectors must follow-up charts on the wards and in Medical Records for completion.
  • The data processor will notify collectors of any outstanding data priorities, and these must be submitted as soon as possible.
    • Managers, Directors & Researchers are regularly utilizing our data in the form of regular reports.

Quality Checks

Data collectors are required to check all their data to ensure that all fields are complete prior to sending.

The Pre-send Checker is a helpful tool to utilize prior to finishing with a patient chart. It will catch any missing/wrong data and minimize errors upon sending.

Addressing Queries

Question and answers should posted on the WIKI. Please refer to Communication for the CCMDB for details.

Regular queries in regards to data elements will be submitted back to data collectors for clarification. This may be done by email, fax, voice mail or spreadsheets. Clarification is to be completed by collectors within the time frame requested by the manager or data processor.

The importance of common practices

It is important that we maintain a clear standard in the collection processes for all sites, so that our database contains quality information. This data is used to manage and improve standards, improve quality of patient care, as well as to optimize resource utilization in ICU and medicine units across the city of Winnipeg.

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