18 Questions
What does PROBLEM SOLVING MECHANISMS provide a link between?
Problem identification and implementation of a solution
What is the primary focus of Quality Control (QC) as mentioned in the text?
Verifying and maintaining desired quality levels
What is one of the roles of a quality team as discussed in the text?
Analyze problems and identify solutions
Which of the following is emphasized by Quality Control procedures?
Statistical control methods
Which type of techniques does Quality Control use to monitor and evaluate the analytical process?
Quantitative techniques
What is the main emphasis of PROBLEM SOLVING MECHANISMS as mentioned in the text?
Making adjustments to reduce errors
What is the role of QI in the continuous quality improvement process?
Acting on the measures provided by QC and QA
Which component of the 'five-Q' framework provides the planning step for quality management?
QP
In the context of a Quality Management System (QMS), what does ISO stand for?
International Standards Organization
What is the purpose of QLP in the laboratory processes?
Establishing standard processes for doing things
Which framework defines how quality can be managed objectively using the 'Plan, Do, Check, Act' cycle?
'PDCA' framework
How are all aspects of a laboratory operation addressed in a Quality Management System (QMS)?
All aspects including organizational structure, processes, and procedures are addressed
What is the first step in Juran's 'project-by-project' quality improvement process?
Carefully defining the problem
What does a 'project team' do in Juran's quality improvement process?
Implement the project-by-project steps
Why are clearly defined quality goals essential in quality control systems?
To enable identification of processes needing improvement
What is the purpose of establishing analytical performance goals in healthcare?
To compromise between medical practice optimization and technological feasibility within cost constraints
Which step in Juran's quality improvement process involves verifying the effectiveness of a remedy?
Verifying the remedy actually works
Why should laboratories establish clinical and analytical quality requirements for testing processes?
To ensure that acceptable quality levels are achieved
Explore the importance of problem solving mechanisms in Quality Assurance processes, which provide a link between problem identification and solution implementation. Learn about the feedback loop that responds to error signals by making adjustments to prevent recurrence. Develop specialized troubleshooting skills and preventive maintenance programs for quality improvement.
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