5. Communicate and Sustain Progress
Phase 1: Communicate Results The initial improvement phase automates the entire Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) cycle to guide teams from planning to execution. During the Plan stage,…
Scenario: Reducing Patient Falls
4. Execute the PDSA Cycle
Plan: Chart Your Course The initial Plan phase is streamlined by using several key automation tools. The process begins by formalizing the project’s problem and…
3. Assemble and Empower the QI Team
Phase 1: Create the Project Charter The charter is your team’s constitution. It defines the “what, why, and who” of the project, ensuring everyone is…
2. Use Statistical Analysis to Determine if the Current Falls Rates are In Need of Improvement
Phase 1: Collect and Visualize Your Data The first phase is to collect and visualize your data to establish a baseline for analysis. The initial…
1. Lay the Foundation
Phase 1: Build Your Foundational Knowledge & Review the Plan To begin, you will build your foundational knowledge by reviewing the hospital’s official Annual Quality…