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What are the 6 domains of healthcare quality?

Safe, coordinated, effective, equitable, patient centered, and error-free

Safe, timely, effective, equitable, patient centered, and efficient (correct)

Safe, efficient, patient centered, error-free, timely, and coordinated

Effective, patient centered, timely, efficient, equitable, and error-free

Which framework is integral to improving the quality of care for older people?

5Ms framework (correct)

6M framework

4P framework

5S framework

What are the key stages of quality improvement?

Define the aim, develop the theory of change, test change ideas, sustain and spread the improvements (correct)

Create the right conditions, understand the system, develop the theory of change, measure results

Design, implement, analyze, evaluate, sustain

Understand the system, define the aim, test change ideas, sustain and spread the improvements

What are the four key components that quality improvement projects need?

Supportive leadership, clear communication, good data, and rigorous measurement Signup and view all the answers

What is required to successfully complete a QI initiative?

A combination of qualitative and quantitative tools Signup and view all the answers

Which tool is used for qualitative analysis in the quality improvement process?

Process Mapping Signup and view all the answers

Which tool is used for quantitative analysis in the quality improvement process?

Data and Measurement Signup and view all the answers

Which stage of the QI process involves sustaining and spreading the improvements?

'Understand the system' Signup and view all the answers

Which element is NOT one of the 6 domains of healthcare quality?

'Coordinated' Signup and view all the answers

What tool can be used to identify the underlying cause of a problem?

Root cause analysis tools Signup and view all the answers

Which tool is recommended for developing and testing change ideas?

The Plan, Do, Study, Act (PDSA) cycle Signup and view all the answers

What can prevent project 'scope creep'?

A well-written aim statement Signup and view all the answers

Which tool can help in project implementation and ensuring long-term gains?

Implementation action plan Signup and view all the answers

What is a visual tool that shows the key activities and tasks in a process and how they relate to each other?

Process map Signup and view all the answers

What tool is used to identify where and how a problem started?

'5 Whys' root cause analysis Signup and view all the answers

Which tool is particularly useful when trying to understand problems involving human factors or interactions?

'5 Whys' root cause analysis Signup and view all the answers

What tool can be used to demonstrate theories about how proposed changes may achieve the project aim?

'Driver diagrams' Signup and view all the answers

What is a specific and testable concept used in quality improvement projects?

'Change ideas' Signup and view all the answers

What can be used to outline the sequential steps in a process and identify any blockers or bottlenecks?

'Process Mapping' Signup and view all the answers

What is a simple tool that helps understand why problems are occurring in the system?

''5 Whys' root cause analysis Signup and view all the answers

What tool is used to communicate a problem effectively and suggest areas for further improvement?

'Process maps' Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a fishbone diagram in quality improvement?

To visualize cause and effect relationships Signup and view all the answers

In what way do stories from patients and healthcare professionals contribute to quality improvement initiatives?

By providing valuable feedback alongside other data sources Signup and view all the answers

What did Jenny mention as a contributing factor to her fall?

Restricted visiting hours Signup and view all the answers

According to Ahmed, why was he unable to ask for help when he fell?

He couldn't find the walking frame Signup and view all the answers

What did Tyler express concern about?

Lack of formal falls prevention training Signup and view all the answers

What did Paula mention as a concern related to falls on the trauma ward?

Unused wheelchairs cluttering the ward Signup and view all the answers

What could be a potential change idea to reduce falls on the trauma ward according to the text?

Install night lights along the ward corridor Signup and view all the answers

What is one suggested change idea to reduce falls on the trauma ward?

Put an organizational falls prevention strategy in place and train all ward staff to deliver it Signup and view all the answers

What could be a potential reason for patients trying to mobilize at night without calling a staff member?

Call bells not being located within patient reach at night time Signup and view all the answers

According to Ahmed's story, what hindered him from asking for help when he fell?

Unable to find the walking frame Signup and view all the answers

What could be a potential change idea based on Paula's input?

Implement a system for reporting safety concerns Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Domains of Healthcare Quality

The 6 domains of healthcare quality are: safety, effectiveness, patient-centeredness, timeliness, efficiency, and equity.

Quality Improvement Framework

The framework integral to improving the quality of care for older people is not specified, but it is likely to be a framework that considers the unique needs of older adults.

Key Stages of Quality Improvement

The key stages of quality improvement are: identify, analyze, develop, test, implement, and sustain.

Quality Improvement Projects

Four key components that quality improvement projects need are: a clear aim, established measures, tested change ideas, and a plan for implementation.

Successfully Completing a QI Initiative

To successfully complete a QI initiative, it is required to have a clear aim, strong leadership, and a plan for sustainability.

Analysis Tools

The tool used for qualitative analysis in the quality improvement process is not specified, but it could be a framework such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA) or a qualitative data analysis method.
The tool used for quantitative analysis in the quality improvement process is not specified, but it could be a statistical method or a tool such as a run chart or control chart.

Sustaining and Spreading Improvements

The stage of the QI process that involves sustaining and spreading the improvements is the implementation and sustain stage.

6 Domains of Healthcare Quality

An element that is NOT one of the 6 domains of healthcare quality is not specified, but it could be an aspect of care that is not directly related to quality, such as cost.

Identifying Underlying Causes

The tool that can be used to identify the underlying cause of a problem is a Root Cause Analysis (RCA) or a Fishbone diagram.

Developing and Testing Change Ideas

The tool that is recommended for developing and testing change ideas is a Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) cycle.

Preventing Project 'Scope Creep'

A tool that can prevent project 'scope creep' is a project scope statement or a project charter.

Project Implementation

The tool that can help in project implementation and ensuring long-term gains is a project implementation plan or a sustainability plan.

Visual Process Mapping

A visual tool that shows the key activities and tasks in a process and how they relate to each other is a Process Map or a Swimlane diagram.

Identifying Problem Origins

The tool that is used to identify where and how a problem started is a Root Cause Analysis (RCA) or a Fishbone diagram.

Human Factors Analysis

The tool that is particularly useful when trying to understand problems involving human factors or interactions is a Root Cause Analysis (RCA) or a Human Factors Analysis.

Demonstrating Theories

The tool that can be used to demonstrate theories about how proposed changes may achieve the project aim is a Theory of Change model.

Specific and Testable Concepts

A specific and testable concept used in quality improvement projects is a hypothesis or a change idea.

Process Mapping

A tool that can be used to outline the sequential steps in a process and identify any blockers or bottlenecks is a Process Map or a Value Stream Map.

Simple Problem Analysis

A simple tool that helps understand why problems are occurring in the system is a Fishbone diagram or a 5 Whys analysis.

Communicating Problems

The tool that is used to communicate a problem effectively and suggest areas for further improvement is a Problem Statement or a Gap Analysis.

Purpose of Fishbone Diagram

The purpose of a Fishbone diagram in quality improvement is to identify the underlying causes of a problem and to facilitate team-based problem-solving.

Patient and Healthcare Professional Stories

Stories from patients and healthcare professionals contribute to quality improvement initiatives by providing context and insights into the problems being addressed.

Patient Stories

Jenny mentioned that a contributing factor to her fall was not specified, but it could be related to the environment or the care she received.
Ahmed was unable to ask for help when he fell because he felt embarrassed and vulnerable.
Tyler expressed concern about the risk of falling and the consequences of falling.
Paula mentioned that a concern related to falls on the trauma ward is the lack of attention from staff and the need for better communication.

Potential Change Ideas

A potential change idea to reduce falls on the trauma ward is to implement a falls prevention program that includes staff education and environmental modifications.
One suggested change idea to reduce falls on the trauma ward is to improve the call bell system and ensure that patients can quickly get help when needed.
A potential reason for patients trying to mobilize at night without calling a staff member is that they do not want to bother the staff or they feel that the staff are too busy.
According to Ahmed's story, what hindered him from asking for help when he fell was feeling embarrassed and vulnerable.
A potential change idea based on Paula's input is to improve the communication between staff and patients, and to ensure that patients feel comfortable calling for help when needed.

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