Table 1.
Items in the Ontario MOHLTC CHF flow sheet2 that are available in the DELPHI database
| SECTIONS ON THE CHF FLOW SHEET | NO. OF ITEMS THAT COULD BE MEASURED (N = 91) | NO. OF ITEMS AVAILABLE IN THE DELPHI DATABASE (N = 60) |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnosis | 4 | 2 |
| Initial investigations to assist diagnosis | 22 | 19 |
| Vaccinations | 2 | 2 |
| Required elements of care: | ||
| • Physical examinations | 22 | 16 |
| • Laboratory tests | 8 | 8 |
| • Patient self-management | 5 | 5 |
| Pharmacologic management for systolic heart failure | 28 | 8 |
CHF—congestive heart failure, DELPHI—Deliver Primary Healthcare Information, MOHLTC—Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.