In healthcare documentation, streamlining the review and approval processes is crucial to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. DITA XML plays a significant role in achieving these objectives. DITA’s structured and modular approach to content authoring simplifies the review and approval workflows by providing clear content organization and facilitating collaborative reviews.

One of the key features of DITA that aids in streamlining the review process is its ability to break content into smaller, reusable components called topics. These topics can be authored, reviewed, and approved independently. This modularity allows subject matter experts, medical writers, and reviewers to focus on specific sections of the documentation, reducing the complexity of the review process. Additionally, DITA-aware content management systems provide version control and tracking of changes, making it easier to manage the review cycle.

Example:

Here is an example of how DITA helps streamline the review process with modular topics:

<!-- Example of DITA modular topics for review -->
<task id="task1">
  <title>Review Medication Administration</title>
  <steps>
    <step>Review dosage instructions.</step>
    <step>Verify potential side effects.</step>
    <step>Check for drug interactions.</step>
  </steps>
</task>

By structuring content in this way, healthcare documentation can be efficiently reviewed, with each topic undergoing a separate review process before integration into the complete document, ensuring high-quality healthcare materials.