EBP and QI PON

It is important to consider human factors in QI (quality improvement) strategies because

• there is data to analyze
• they need to set the goals
• makes healthcare more affordable
• ensures the healthcare system is meeting needs of the patients and providers.

What are the key elements of quality improvement in nursing?

• Providing care that is safe, timely effective, efficient, equitable and patient-centered.
• Analyze the data and outcomes
• Blaming the individuals responsible for errors in healthcare delivery.
• creating a team with members from similar backgrounds

What should be considered when implementing quality improvement strategies?

• Analyzing the data outcomes only
• setting goals based on personal opinions
• creating a team with the same background
• considering human factors inputs

Quality is the degree to which health services for individuals and populations increase the likelihood of desired health outcomes and are consistent with current professional knowledge. True or False?

• True
• False

_______ are systematic and official examinations of a record, process, structure, environment, or account to verify accuracy.

• Tracer methodology
• Audits
• Benchmarking
• Peer Review

Problem solving to identify the root cause of faults; focuses on systems and processes and analyzes both special causes and common causes.

• Scientific Method
• Sentinel Event
• Root Cause Analysis
• Translational Research

A method of procedure that has characterized natural science since the 17th century, consisting in a systematic observation, measurement, and experiment, and the formulation, testing and modification of hypothesis.

• Scientific Method
• Utilization Review
• Root Cause Analysis
• Translational Research

An unexpected occurrence involving death or serious physical or psychological injury (loss of limb or function), or the risk thereof (any process variation for which a recurrence would carry a significant chance of a serious adverse outcome).

• Scientific Method
• Sentinel Event
• Root Cause Analysis
• Translational Research

Seeks to produce more meaningful applicable results that directly benefit human health.

• Utilization Review
• Sentinel Event
• Root Cause Analysis
• Translational Research

Analyzes the use of resources to identify areas of overuse, misuse, and underuse.

• Root Cause
• Scientific Method
• Utilization Review
• Sentinel Event