Quality Improvement, Patient Safety, and Systems-Based Improvement Flashcards
1
Q
The best way to prevent avoidable medical errors
A
Create a no-blame system for reporting
2
Q
Unexpected occurrence involving death or serious physical injury or risk thereof
A
Sentinel event
3
Q
Potential adverse event places patient at risk of injury but does not result in harm
A
Near-miss event
4
Q
Term for an injury caused by medical management rather than the underlying disease/condition
A
Adverse event
5
Q
What makes for a strong goal or aim statement?
A
SMART (specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, time bound)
6
Q
Difference between run chart and control chart?
A
Control chart has upper and lower control limit lines
