Complexity theory in the management of communicable diseases

被引：9

作者：

Simmons, M ^{[1
]}

机构：

[1] Welsh Assembly Govt, Cardiff CF10 3NQ, S Glam, Wales

来源：

JOURNAL OF HOSPITAL INFECTION | 2003年 / 54卷 / 02期

关键词：

complexity; complexity theory; complexity management; managed clinical network; communicable disease management;

D O I：

10.1016/S0195-6701(03)00081-1

中图分类号：

R1 [预防医学、卫生学];

学科分类号：

1004 ; 120402 ;

摘要：

In nature, apparently complex behavioural patterns are the result of repetitive simple rules. Complexity science studies the application of these rules and looks for applications in society. Complexity management opportunities have developed from this science and are providing a revotutionary approach in the constantly changing workplace. This article discusses how complexity management techniques have already been applied to communicable disease management in Wales and suggests further developments. A similar approach is recommended to others in the field, while complexity management probably has wider applications in the NHS, not least in relation to the developing managed clinical networks. (C) 2003 The Hospital Infection Society. Published by Elsevier Science Ltd. All rights reserved.

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页码：87 / 92

页数：6

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