A Quality Improvement Project for Breastfeeding Promotion via the Patient Portal
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5
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4
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Breastfeeding information was provided via an electronic patient portal as a quality improvement project. The challenges of quality improvement are discussed. Future recommendations include utilizing patient portals to increase patient engagement by guiding patient decision-making.
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Author
Lasi McArthur, DNP, RN-BC
Director of Clinical Informatics , CHRISTUS Health System
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