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HA 540 PUG Maintaining High Reliability in Health Care Presentation
HA 540 PUG Maintaining High Reliability in Health Care Presentation
A common challenge that quality and safety professionals face in hospitals is that of ensuring that they are maintaining continuous quality improvements and high reliability that create an environment that reduces the rate of hospital-acquired infections.Hospitals are a vital component of the healthcare system which provides medical care to millions of individuals each year.The quality of care they provide is a major concern, and has been for decades.Hospitals in the United States are required to meet certain standards of care in order to remain certified.However, there are often gaps in the quality of care provided, which can lead to poor outcomes for patients.This can include poor infection control, inadequate staffing, and inadequate safety protocols. Additionally, hospitals may not always have the resources or capacity to provide the highest quality of care possible. Why is it an important area of focus for your chosen healthcare setting, and how would you verify that it is an issue? The quality of care provided by hospitals is of paramount importance, as it directly impacts the health and wellbeing of the community.In order to ensure that the highest quality of care is provided, hospitals must focus on quality improvement initiatives.These involve assessing the current quality of care provided, identifying areas for improvement, and developing as well as implementing strategies to improve care.In order to verify that quality improvement initiatives are necessary, hospitals should assess the current quality of care provided.This can include conducting surveys of patients, medical staff, or other stakeholders.Additionally, hospitals should review their performance data to identify any areas in which they are not meeting their own standards of care or those set by the government. One of the most significant areas of focus for a hospital setting is reducing the rate of hospital-acquired infections (HAIs).These are a common challenge in healthcare settings and can have a notable impact on patient safety and quality of care.There are a number of ways to verify that HAIs are an issue in healthcare settings, including but not limited to reviewing data on the rate of HAIs, conducting audits of infection control practices, and surveying staff and patients.Continuous quality improvement (CQI) and high reliability organizations (HROs) can create an environment that reduces the rate of HAIs by implementing evidence-based practices, promoting a culture of safety, and increasing transparency and communication. What are the implications if it is addressed? On one hand,if HAIs are not addressed, the implications can be significant, including increased morbidity and mortality, higher healthcare costs and decreased patient satisfaction.Also,if quality improvement initiatives are implemented in hospitals, there are numerous implications that can be addressed. First,there is the potential to improve patient outcomes by providing higher quality care.This can include reducing the number of preventable infections, decreasing the risk of preventable errors,and improving patient satisfaction.Additionally,implementing quality improvement initiatives can help hospitals reduce costs by improving efficiency and reducing the amount of resources needed to provide care. Finally, hospitals can benefit from improved public perception and a better reputation if they are able to demonstrate that they are providing high quality care. What is the impact on the organizational triple aim ( service, financial, quality)/ Who does this impact and why? The impact of HAIS on the organizational triple aim ( service, financial, quality) is significant because HAIs can lead to increased healthcare costs, decreased patient satisfaction, and decreased quality of care.Also,the impact of quality improvement initiatives on the organizational triple aim (service, financial,quality) is significant.They can help improve the quality of care provided, which can lead to improved patient outcomes and decreased costs.This can result in poor service, as patients will receive higher quality care. Additionally, implementing quality improvement initiatives can help reduce costs, resulting in improved financial performance.Finally, quality improvement initiatives can help improve the overall quality of care provided, resulting in improved quality.Additionally,the impact of quality improvement initiatives is felt by all stakeholders in the healthcare setting.Patients benefit from improved care, while healthcare providers benefit from improved efficiency and decreased costs.Hospital administrators benefit from improved financial performance, and the public benefits from improved perceptions. What are some foreseeable challenges/barriers to doing a quality improvement project on this issue? There are several issues, foreseeable challenges and barriers to implementing quality improvement initiatives in hospitals.One major challenge is identifying the areas in which quality improvement initiatives are needed.This can be difficult,as a hospital may not always have access to the data or resources to conduct a thorough assessment of their quality of care.Additionally, there can be resistance to implementing quality improvement initiatives, as they can require changes to the way care is provided, which can be disruptive.Additionally, implementing quality improvement initiatives can be costly. Hospitals may need to invest in the need to hire additional staff. Finally, implementing quality improvement initiatives can be a time-consuming process, as it may take months or years to see the benefits of the initiative. In conclusion, the quality of care provided by hospitals is an essential factor of the overall health of a community.Quality of care is determined by a variety of factors such as the availability of skilled and experienced staff, access to resources and equipment and adherence to safety protocols.It is important to note that providing the quality of care provided by a hospital can be a difficult task,but it is essential in order to ensure that patients are receiving the best possible care. References Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2020). Quality Improvement in Health Care.Retrieved from https://www.cdc.gov/hai/pdfs/quality-improvement-inhealth-care.pdf Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.(2020). Quality Improvement.Retrieved from https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-andGuidance/Guidance/Transmittals/2020DownloadSOM110APUB-v30.pdf. Mayo Clinic. (2020). Quality Improvement in Healthcare. Retrieved from https://www.mayoclinic.org/patient-care-and-health-information/qualityimprovement-in-healthcare. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. (2020). Quality Improvemet.Retrieved from https://www.hhs.gov/ash/oah/adolescent-healthtopics-quality-improvement/index.html
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Main Postinga | 45 (45%) – 50 (50%)
Answers all parts of the discussion question(s) expectations with reflective critical analysis and synthesis of knowledge gained from the course readings for the module and current credible sources.
Supported by at least three current, credible sources.
Written clearly and concisely with no grammatical or spelling errors and fully adheres to current APA manual writing rules and style. |
40 (40%) – 44 (44%)
Responds to the discussion question(s) and is reflective with critical analysis and synthesis of knowledge gained from the course readings for the module.
At least 75% of post has exceptional depth and breadth.
Supported by at least three credible sources.
Written clearly and concisely with one or no grammatical or spelling errors and fully adheres to current APA manual writing rules and style. |
35 (35%) – 39 (39%)
Responds to some of the discussion question(s).
One or two criteria are not addressed or are superficially addressed.
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Somewhat represents knowledge gained from the course readings for the module.
Post is cited with two credible sources.
Written somewhat concisely; may contain more than two spelling or grammatical errors.
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0 (0%) – 34 (34%)
Does not respond to the discussion question(s) adequately.
Lacks depth or superficially addresses criteria.
Lacks reflection and critical analysis and synthesis.
Does not represent knowledge gained from the course readings for the module.
Contains only one or no credible sources.
Not written clearly or concisely.
Contains more than two spelling or grammatical errors.
Does not adhere to current APA manual writing rules and style. |
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Main Post: Timeliness | 10 (10%) – 10 (10%)
Posts main post by day 3. |
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First Response | 17 (17%) – 18 (18%)
Response exhibits synthesis, critical thinking, and application to practice settings.
Responds fully to questions posed by faculty.
Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by at least two scholarly sources.
Demonstrates synthesis and understanding of learning objectives.
Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues.
Responses to faculty questions are fully answered, if posed.
Response is effectively written in standard, edited English. |
15 (15%) – 16 (16%)
Response exhibits critical thinking and application to practice settings.
Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues.
Responses to faculty questions are answered, if posed.
Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by two or more credible sources.
Response is effectively written in standard, edited English. |
13 (13%) – 14 (14%)
Response is on topic and may have some depth.
Responses posted in the discussion may lack effective professional communication.
Responses to faculty questions are somewhat answered, if posed.
Response may lack clear, concise opinions and ideas, and a few or no credible sources are cited. |
0 (0%) – 12 (12%)
Response may not be on topic and lacks depth.
Responses posted in the discussion lack effective professional communication.
Responses to faculty questions are missing.
No credible sources are cited. |
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Second Response | 16 (16%) – 17 (17%)
Response exhibits synthesis, critical thinking, and application to practice settings.
Responds fully to questions posed by faculty.
Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by at least two scholarly sources.
Demonstrates synthesis and understanding of learning objectives.
Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues.
Responses to faculty questions are fully answered, if posed.
Response is effectively written in standard, edited English. |
14 (14%) – 15 (15%)
Response exhibits critical thinking and application to practice settings.
Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues.
Responses to faculty questions are answered, if posed.
Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by two or more credible sources.
Response is effectively written in standard, edited English. |
12 (12%) – 13 (13%)
Response is on topic and may have some depth.
Responses posted in the discussion may lack effective professional communication.
Responses to faculty questions are somewhat answered, if posed.
Response may lack clear, concise opinions and ideas, and a few or no credible sources are cited. |
0 (0%) – 11 (11%)
Response may not be on topic and lacks depth.
Responses posted in the discussion lack effective professional communication.
Responses to faculty questions are missing.
No credible sources are cited. |
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Participation | 5 (5%) – 5 (5%)
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