Overview
Introduction
Measurement: Process and Outcome Indicators
Methods of Quality Improvement
Things Quality Improvement is NOT
Summative Experience
Summary

Methods of Quality Improvement

The FADE Model (Organizational Dynamics Institute, Wakefield, MA)

There are 4 broad steps to the FADE QI model:

FOCUS: Define and verify the process to be improved

ANALYZE: Collect and analyze data to establish baselines, identify root causes and point toward possible solutions

DEVELOP: Based on the data, develop action plans for improvement, including implementation, communication, and measuring/monitoring

EXECUTE: Implement the action plans, on a pilot basis as indicated, and

EVALUATE: Install an ongoing measuring/monitoring (process control) system to ensure success.

 

 

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