Developing and Validating Trigger Tools in Primary Care
Author Information
Author(s): Dhamanti Inge, Zairina Elida, Nurhaida Ida, Salsabila Salsabila, Yakub Fitri
Primary Institution: Universitas Airlangga
Hypothesis
The purpose of this scoping review is to investigate the trigger development and validation process in primary care settings.
Conclusion
This study provided a comprehensive guide to developing trigger tools, emphasizing the importance of precisely defining triggers through a thorough literature review and dual validation process.
Supporting Evidence
- The trigger tool development process begins with clearly defining the triggers.
- The validation process was carried out in two steps by both physician and non-physician experts.
- The sensitivity, specificity, and positive predictive value (PPV) of the final algorithm were critical in determining the validity of each trigger.
- There were similarities in the development and validation of trigger tools across primary care and hospital settings.
Takeaway
This study looks at how to create tools that help doctors find problems in patient records, making it easier to keep patients safe.
Methodology
A scoping review methodology was used to map the published literature using the Joanna Briggs Methodology.
Limitations
The scarcity of research conducted in primary care settings and the focus on English-language papers may exclude valuable insights.
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