Performance Improvement and Quality Flashcards
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A nurse manager notices a spike in patient falls on the night shift. Which PI tool is BEST for identifying when and how often falls occur across shifts?
Answer: Run chart
A run chart displays data over time, making it ideal for identifying trends and patterns such as shift-specific fall rates.
The PDSA cycle's 'Study' phase primarily involves:
Answer: Analyzing results and comparing them to predictions
The 'Study' phase involves analyzing collected data and comparing actual outcomes against the predictions made in the Plan phase.
A hospital's C-section rate exceeds the national benchmark. Which approach best aligns with the IHI Triple Aim framework for addressing this?
Answer: Reduce per capita cost while improving outcomes and population health
The IHI Triple Aim focuses on improving population health, enhancing patient experience, and reducing per capita cost simultaneously.
Which quality improvement methodology uses defined roles such as Champion, Black Belt, and Green Belt?
Answer: Six Sigma
Six Sigma uses a hierarchical belt system with Champions, Black Belts, and Green Belts to lead and execute improvement projects.
A sentinel event review reveals that a wrong-site surgery occurred. According to TJC standards, what is the FIRST required action?
Answer: Conduct a root cause analysis within 45 days
The Joint Commission requires hospitals to conduct a thorough root cause analysis within 45 days of identifying a sentinel event.
Which statistical concept describes the common, everyday variation inherent in any process?
Answer: Common cause variation
Common cause variation is the random, expected variation built into a stable process and cannot be attributed to a specific cause.
An ANM wants to reduce medication reconciliation errors. Which Lean tool would best identify non-value-added steps in the current process?
Answer: Value stream mapping
Value stream mapping visually depicts every step in a process, clearly identifying waste and non-value-added activities.