Abstract

RIVERA SANZ, Félix; SANTOLALLA ARNEDO, Iván; IBANEZ GOMEZ, Diana  and  JODRA ESTEBAN, Blanca. Methodology for the analysis of the sustainability of health organizations. Index Enferm [online]. 2018, vol.27, n.4, pp.225-229.  Epub Jan 20, 2020. ISSN 1699-5988.

The health system has financial challenges, increasing demand and scarcity of resources, in a framework where quality of care is essential. The current system needs reforms that ensure its sustainability. Different reforms are proposed that the system needs, but each organization has its own needs and it is at this level where we should consider how to know each particular situation to face the future. A bibliographical review on sustainability and on methodologies used in its study has been carried out with this aim. After analyzing the bibliography and the opinion of experts, it was identified as the best option to use a mixed quantitative-qualitative methodology combining tools that identify in the organizations the culture of adaptability and the response to the needs and expectations of the interested parties. This methodology provides a holistic view of the organization in line with the approach of the nursing profession.

Keywords : Methodology; Sustainability; Health System.