‘Modifiable determinants’ of ‘compliance’ with guidelines

Question 1

what is the role of NICE

Answer 1

1) set national standards for how people with certain conditions should be treated
2) reduce variability in quality of care.
3) resolve uncertainty about what treatment work best and represent best value for money for the NHS.

Question 2

what are NICE clinical guidelines

Answer 2

1) broad guidance on how to manage a condition
2) consider clinical + cost effectiveness
3) consider patient/ care perspective.
4) provides recommendations

Question 3

what are NICE quality standards

Answer 3

prioritised concise set of statement (6-8) associated with measurable indicators.
chosen and adapted from clinical guideline recommendations

Question 4

who are the stake holders in NICE

Answer 4

GDG

NCC

Question 5

What is the role of GDG

Answer 5

guideline development group

• review evidence base and make recommendations
• respond to consultation comments

Question 6

what is the role of NCC

Answer 6

National collaborating centre

• convene GDG’s
• provide technical input to facilitate GDG’s
• draft guideline.

Question 7

how long does a NICE guideline take to develop ?

Answer 7

26 months

Question 8

who does the GDG consist of

Answer 8

• chair
• clinical / academic experts
• patient/ carers
• NCC technical team
• each member has equal status

Question 9

what are the 4 stages in developing a guideline

Answer 9

scoping
development
validation
publication + dissemination