This research was conducted to assess the impact of health care statistics on health care planning in health care delivery among the staff of the Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital Complex. Statistics is the scientific method for collecting. organizing, summarizing, presenting, analyzing and interpreting data as well as drawing valid conclusion and making reasonable decision.
The study adopted a descriptive survey designed that was used to sample one hundred and ten (110) respondents by means of structured questionnaires. Data analysis was done using descriptive statistics, simple percentage and chi-square in testing the hypothesis.
Table of Contents
1.1 Background of the study
1.2 Statement of the problem
1.3 Objective of the study
1.4 Significant of the study
1.5 Hypotheses
1.6 Scope of the study
1.7 Limitation of the study
1.8 Definitions of terms
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Overview of statistics
2.3 Concept of statistics
2.4 Sources of statistics
2.5 Objective of statistics
2.6 General functions of statistics
2.7 Importance of statistics in health information management department
2.8 Uses of statistics to health professionals
2.9 Benefits of statistics in health care field
2.10 Uses of statistics by hospital management
2.11 Limitation of statistics
2.12 Components necessary for calculation
2.13 Calculation of bed indices
2.14 Rates and units of measurement
2.15 Conceptual framework
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Research design
3.3 Study population
3.4 Sampling size and sampling techniques
3.5 Instrument for data collection
3.6 Validity and Reliability
3.7 Data collection procedure
3.8 Method of data analysis
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Data analysis
4.3 Discussion of findings
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Summary
5.3 Conclusion
5.4 Recommendation
Research Objectives and Thematic Focus
This study aims to assess the impact of health care statistics on health care planning and delivery within the Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital Complex (OAUTHC). The research investigates how statistical data informs evaluation processes, the level of support provided to health information managers, and the overall significance of statistics in enhancing health care delivery systems.
- The utilization of statistical information in health care evaluation.
- Evaluation of administrative support for health information professionals.
- The fundamental role and purpose of statistics in medical facilities.
- Methodological approaches to statistical data collection and analysis.
- Challenges impacting effective health data management and planning.
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1.1 BACKGROUD OF THE STUDY
The history of statistics started around 1749 but overtime, there have been changes to the interpretation of the word statistics. In early times, the meaning was restricted to information about states. This was later extended to include all collections of information of all types, and later it was extended to include the analysis and interpretation of such data. In modem terms, "statistics" means both set of collected information, as in financial accounts, temperature records, and analytical work, which require statistical inferences.
Statistical activities are often associated with model expression using probabilities, and require probability theory for them to be put on a firm theoretical basis. A number of statistical concepts have had an important impact on a wide range of sciences. These include the design of experiments and approaches to statistical inference, each of which can be considered to have their own sequence in the development of ideas underlying modern statistics.
By the 18th century, the term "statistics" is designated to be a systematic collection of demographic economic data by states. For at least two millennia, these data were mainly tabulations of human and material resources that might be taxed or put to military use. In the early 18th century, collection of information is intensified. And the meaning of "statistics" is broadened to include the discipline concerned with the collection, summary and analysis of data. Today, data are collected and statistics are computed and widely distributed in government, business, most of the sciences and sports, and even for many pastimes.
Electronic computers have expedited more elaborate statistical computation even as they have facilitated the collection and aggregation of data. A single data analyst may have available a set of data-files with millions of records, each with dozens or hundreds of separate measurements.
Summary of Chapters
CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION: Outlines the background of the study, research objectives, and hypotheses concerning the impact of health care statistics on planning.
CHAPTER TWO: REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATUR: Provides an overview of the history, concepts, sources, and functions of statistics within the medical field.
CHAPTER THREE: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY: Details the descriptive survey design, study population, sampling techniques, and data collection procedures used.
CHAPTER FOUR: DATA PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS AND DISCUSSION OF FINDINGS: Presents the analysis of the collected data through tables and chi-square testing to validate the research hypotheses.
CHAPTER FIVE: SUMMARY CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION: Concludes the study by highlighting key findings and suggesting improvements for statistical data management and professional support.
Keywords
Health Care Statistics, Health Care Planning, Health Information Management, OAUTHC, Data Analysis, Hospital Administration, Statistical Inference, Patient Care, Descriptive Statistics, Health Records, Medical Research, Service Efficiency, Quality Improvement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary focus of this research?
The research focuses on assessing the impact of health care statistics on health care planning and delivery, specifically at the Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital Complex.
What are the main thematic areas covered?
The study covers the history and concept of statistics, its functions and sources, the importance of statistics in health information management, and methodologies for hospital bed indices calculation.
What is the central research objective?
The primary objective is to examine how statistical information is utilized in health care evaluation, assess support for health information professionals, and determine the purpose of statistics in delivery.
Which scientific methodology was applied?
The study adopted a descriptive survey design, using structured questionnaires to collect primary data, which was subsequently analyzed using descriptive statistics and chi-square analysis.
What does the main body of the work address?
The body addresses theoretical frameworks, practical applications of statistics by hospital management, data collection procedures, and the analysis of survey findings regarding support for data personnel.
What are the key descriptive keywords?
Key terms include Health Care Statistics, Health Information Management, Data Analysis, Patient Care, and Service Efficiency.
How does this study evaluate the role of health information managers?
It specifically assesses the level of support rendered to these professionals in the performance of their duties and how this support correlates with effective statistical compilation.
What does the study conclude regarding statistical funding?
The study concludes that insufficient funding and lack of training are major barriers, and recommends adequate funding and continuous retraining to improve the reliability and impact of health care data.
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- Yusuf Popoola (Autor), 2021, The Impact of Health Care Statistics on the Health Care Planning in Health Care Delivery, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1146533
