Talk:IHERO UseCase 2010 ROPP

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From "Final TWilliams EC testimony Feb 26 2010":

"... ASTRO has been developing and refining many of these programs for years, and they have been making a huge difference in the quality of cancer treatment. Now, we are redoubling our efforts to ensure that patients receive the safest possible care. We welcome the opportunity to work with this Committee and other stakeholders to gather data and learn about where additional improvements can be made. For instance, we are working with patient support organizations to develop a toolkit for cancer patients and caregivers for use in their discussions with their radiation oncologist to help them understand their quality and safety protocols. This toolkit will include a series of questions to ask their treatment team, such as, “Do you have daily safety checks?” and “What kinds of safeguards do you have to make sure I’m given the right treatment?” It is important to have empowered patients who actively engage in their care. ..."


What provision is there in this requested profile to enable a patient or caregiver to monitor actions taken as implementation of quality and safety protocols?