10 Questions
What is the key difference between research and audit?
Research aims to identify best practice, while audit aims to measure performance against current best practice
What does the audit process aim to achieve?
To compare what occurs in practice with the standards set by a particular organisation
What is the purpose of the audit cycle?
To sustain and reanalyze improvements through repeated audits
What might an audit designed to assess practice involve?
Retrospective review of patients’ records to find out what percentage of patients received care in line with the policy
What might be a hospital's policy that could be assessed through an audit?
A target of 90% of patients in hospital longer than 4 days should be receiving deep vein thrombosis prophylaxis
What is the main goal of an audit?
To compare practice with organizational standards and improve care
How does the purpose of audit differ from research?
Audit measures performance against current best practice, while research identifies best practice
What is the nature of the auditing process?
Continuous with sustained improvements and reanalysis
What might be the focus of an audit designed to assess practice in a hospital?
Reviewing patient records to assess adherence to a specific policy
What is the purpose of the audit cycle?
To ensure sustained improvements and reanalysis of care practices
Test your knowledge of the differences between research and audit with this quiz. Explore the distinct purposes and methodologies of these processes, and enhance your understanding of measuring performance and identifying best practices.
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