Quality Improvement (QI) Essentials
For continuous quality improvement, several systematic and practical tools are available to identify opportunities for enhancement, pinpoint the underlying causes of challenges, and assess the impact of implemented changes. This section introduces foundational quality improvement (QI) tools essential for healthcare professionals engaged in advancing patient care.
Improvement Models & Methodologies
These are structured approaches used to guide teams through the process of identifying problems, testing changes, and implementing solutions in a systematic and sustainable way.
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Leadership Development
Tools and strategies to empower leaders at all levels to drive QI initiatives and foster a culture of excellence.
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Prioritization & Decision Making Tools
Techniques for organizing ideas, evaluating options, and making group decisions.
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Process Mapping & Visualization
Visual tools used to understand and improve workflows by mapping steps and identifying inefficiencies.
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Risk & Failure Analysis
Methods for proactively identifying potential failures and mitigating risks.
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Root Cause & Problem Analysis
Tools that help identify the underlying causes of issues in processes or outcomes.