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Table 2 Adherence with process standards

From: Implementation of a clinical pathway may improve alcohol treatment outcome

Process standards

(Share of patients where standards were followed)

0-2 months after implementation of CP (N = 107) %

3-4 months after implementation of CP (N = 104) %

5-6 months after implementation of CP (N = 98) %

Standard 1: Percent of patients where therapist’s adherence to the clinical guidelines has been documented.

55

59

64

Standard 2: Percent of patients who are advised or given information about alcohol disorders.

55

48

53

Standard 3: Percent of patients discussed at team meetings every 3 months (continuity of care).

58

50

72

Standard 4: Percent of patients where therapist adheres to standards for retention in care.

64

57

63

Standard 5: Percent of patients who complete the phase of termination with the therapist.

30

18

24