1. What is Schedule Adherence?

Schedule adherence measures how closely actual medical activities follow their planned schedule. It's a key performance indicator in healthcare settings, helping assess efficiency and compliance with treatment plans.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the adherence formula:

Where:

• In Adherence Time — Actual time spent following the schedule (hours)
• Scheduled Time — Planned time for activities (hours)

Explanation: The formula calculates the percentage of time that medical activities were performed according to schedule.

3. Importance of Adherence Calculation

Details: Measuring schedule adherence helps identify inefficiencies, improve patient care, optimize resource allocation, and ensure compliance with treatment protocols.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter both time values in hours. Scheduled Time must be greater than zero. The result shows the percentage of time that was in adherence with the schedule.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is considered good adherence?
A: Typically >90% is excellent, 80-90% is good, and <80% may indicate scheduling issues that need attention.

Q2: How is "In Adherence Time" measured?
A: It's the cumulative time when activities were performed within their scheduled time windows.

Q3: What factors affect schedule adherence?
A: Staff availability, patient punctuality, procedure duration variability, and unexpected emergencies can all impact adherence.

Q4: How often should adherence be measured?
A: Regular monitoring (daily/weekly) helps identify patterns and implement timely improvements.

Q5: Can this be used for medication adherence?
A: While the concept is similar, medication adherence typically counts doses rather than time.