Quality & Patient Safety -College of Medicine
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Quality Improvement Tools & Frameworks

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.

Communication & Handoff Tools

Structured communication methods that improve clarity and safety during transitions in care.

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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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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.

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