About the book
Quality in Healthcare: Assessing What We Do is an open educational resource specifically designed to enhance the knowledge of undergraduate nursing and midwifery students in research, clinical improvement, and clinical audit processes. Recognising the pivotal role nurses and midwives play in elevating the quality of care provided to patients, women, and families, it offers a foundational understanding that bridges theory with practical application.
It equips students with the skills to apply research to clinical practice, comprehend the ethical principles associated with research, and develop frameworks for formulating research questions. The book also guides students in quality care enhancement and the analysis of findings from quality improvement activities.
The book includes interactive learning activities to help foster an appreciation for the significant contributions nurses and midwives can make to advancing healthcare quality.
This book is made possible by the Library’s Open Textbooks @ UQ program. We support the adoption or creation of open educational resources, such as this open textbook, that are free for everyone.
