Complexity and Healthcare

Overview

This module will take approximately 30 minutes to complete and includes the following elements. 

• Background
  • What is meant by complexity
  • The science and mathematical concepts which underpin the notion of complexity and chaos
  • What is meant by complexity in healthcare
• Systems
  • What are the elements of a complex adaptive system
• Quality improvement
  • How an understanding of complexity can help improve the quality of care we deliver
• Optional quiz to assess your learning from the course
• An audit suggestion
• A list of useful links and resources for further reading

Goals

During this course you will learn about:

• The definitions of terms associated with complexity.
• The range of areas which are relevant to complexity in clinical practice.
• The relevance of artificial intelligence to complexity and clinical practice.
• The relevance of precision medicine to complexity and clinical practice.
• How thinking about complexity might influence and improve clinical practice.
• Where to look for further help and information.

Audit Suggestions

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