CPHQ Trivia 5

Question 1

Which IHI model uses iterative small-scale tests to drive improvement cycles?

Accepted Answer

Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA)

Answer

The PDSA cycle is IHI's iterative model for testing changes on a small scale before spreading successful improvements.

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of a 'cause-and-effect diagram' (fishbone diagram) in quality improvement?

Accepted Answer

Identify and categorize potential causes of a problem

Answer

The fishbone (Ishikawa) diagram organizes potential causes of a problem into categories for systematic analysis.

Question 3

In peer review processes, 'blinded review' means that:

Accepted Answer

Reviewers do not know the identity of the practitioner being reviewed

Answer

Blinded peer review conceals the practitioner's identity from reviewers to reduce bias in performance evaluation.

Question 4

Which term describes care that is tailored to individual patient needs, values, and preferences?

Accepted Answer

Patient-centered care

Answer

Patient-centered care respects and responds to individual patient preferences, needs, and values in all clinical decisions.

Question 5

The National Patient Safety Goals (NPSGs) are published annually by which organization?

Accepted Answer

The Joint Commission (TJC)

Answer

The Joint Commission publishes and updates the NPSGs annually to address the most critical patient safety challenges.

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