DHA Quality Improvement & Audits 4

Question 1

In a clinical audit cycle, what is the correct sequence of steps?

Accepted Answer

Set standards → Collect data → Compare results → Implement change → Re-audit

Answer

The audit cycle follows: set standards, collect data, compare against standards, implement changes, then re-audit to confirm improvement.

Question 2

Which statistical tool used in quality improvement displays data points over time to distinguish common cause from special cause variation?

Accepted Answer

Control chart

Answer

Control charts (run charts with control limits) distinguish random common-cause variation from assignable special-cause variation over time.

Question 3

A DHA facility wants to reduce medication dispensing errors by 50% within 6 months. This goal is best described as:

Accepted Answer

A SMART objective

Answer

The goal is Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound — meeting all SMART criteria.

Question 4

In the context of DHA accreditation, a 'tracer methodology' during survey means surveyors:

Accepted Answer

Follow a patient's care experience across departments to evaluate system performance

Answer

Tracer methodology follows individual patients through their care journey to evaluate how systems and processes work together across the organization.

Question 5

Which quality improvement model uses iterative small tests of change through repeated Plan-Do-Study-Act cycles?

Accepted Answer

Model for Improvement (IHI)

Answer

The IHI Model for Improvement pairs three fundamental questions with PDSA cycles to test, implement, and spread changes iteratively.

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DHA Quality Improvement & Audits 4