In comparing current Joint Commission accreditation and accreditation done in the past, what are some approaches that have been reduced? Select all that apply
1. Scheduled survey visits
2. Use of a more focused approach
3. Including nursing staff
4. Develop a plan for the survey
5. Taking a punitive approach to errors
2, 5
Explanation: 1. Scheduled survey visits have not changed.
2. Accreditation has moved to a more focused approach with recognition that trying to assess everything was not reasonable—using core measures to direct the survey.
3. Nursing staff has always been included in accreditation, though levels of involvement have varied.
4. Developing a plan for the survey has always been part of the process.
5. The Joint Commission now recommends a non-punitive approach to errors.
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