Comparing Australian Rehabilitation Service Standards with International Standards
Author Information
Author(s): Graham Susan K, Cameron Ian D, Dickson Hugh G
Primary Institution: Royal Rehabilitation Centre Sydney, University of Sydney
Hypothesis
The study aims to compare the currently available rehabilitation service standards in Australia with those used in the USA and the UK.
Conclusion
The AFRM standards are an appropriate way of assessing rehabilitation services in Australia.
Supporting Evidence
- The AFRM standards were found to be consistent and concise.
- The study suggests ongoing review and field testing of the standards.
- The AFRM standards cover the majority of clinically relevant issues.
Takeaway
This study looked at how Australia's rehabilitation service standards stack up against those in the USA and UK, finding that they are quite similar and effective.
Methodology
A mixed method qualitative analysis was performed on the three sets of standards using triangulation.
Limitations
The AFRM standards were developed in a less rigorous way than the BSRM standards and have been subject to fewer reviews.
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