The team is using a PDSA cycle to test a proposed change to conduct an in depth analysis of data with comparison to the predictions. In which step of the cycle is this team working?
1. P
2. D
3. S
4. A
3
Explanation: 1. In the Planning stage, the objective of the test is stated; predictions are made about what will happen and why; and a plan to test the change is developed.
2. In the Do stage, a small test is done with identification of problems encountered and first analysis of data.
3. In the Study stage, a more in depth analysis of test data is done with comparison to predictions.
4. In the last step Act, the change is revised based on what has been learned from the test.
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