Development and verification of a thorough assessment instrument to evaluate the effectiveness of medical equipment management systems (Mems) in public hospitals in India
Keywords:
Mems, Development, Verification, Public hospitalsAbstract
In order to measure how well Medical Equipment Management Systems work in public hospitals in India, this project aims to build and validate an extensive assessment instrument. For healthcare delivery to be both safe and of high quality, medical equipment management must be done effectively. Using a mixed-method approach, the research designs and validates the instrument by combining qualitative interviews with quantitative surveys. The tool includes important criteria including financial management, personnel training, regulatory compliance, maintenance procedures, and equipment utilisation. at order to evaluate validity and reliability using statistical metrics, pilot testing was carried out at a few chosen hospitals. The results provide a standardised framework for regular assessments and well-informed decision-making, while also shedding light on the advantages and disadvantages of MEMS in public healthcare facilities. The goal of this study is to improve hospital management and the standard of healthcare in general.
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