Using the quality improvement process to affect breastfeeding protocols in United States hospitals

J Hum Lact. 1997 Mar;13(1):5-9. doi: 10.1177/089033449701300103.

Abstract

Engaging in the Quality Improvement Process represents an opportunity for lactation consultants and breastfeeding advocates to examine and reevaluate hospital breastfeeding policies and procedures. Cause and effect diagrams that explore the problem of an 8-hour-old baby who has not yet breastfed are presented as examples of a quality tool.

MeSH terms

  • Breast Feeding*
  • Consultants*
  • Female
  • Health Promotion / standards*
  • Hospital Administration*
  • Humans
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Organizational Policy
  • Total Quality Management / organization & administration*
  • United States