Statistical analysis conducted with control charts is different from what some consider "traditional research" (e.g.
hypothesis testing, development of p-values, design of randomized clinic trials). Traditional research is designed to
compare the results at time one (e.g. the cholesterol levels of a group of middle-aged men) with the results at time
two (typically months after the initial measure). Research conducted in this manner is referred to
as___________________.
An emergency department's quality Improvement report for the first quarter showed the following data:
What was the approximate overall problem rate for March?
Which of the following is a purpose of a Pareto chart?
Once listing posts system is in place, root-cause analyses can be performed to identify particular problems, such as a staff member or medical group that contributes to problems, or problems that are systemic to the delivery of care, such as an antiquated manual appointment system.
Listing post strategies include:
