The nine quality improvement strategies identified by AHRQ include:
a. Ignoring patient complaints.
b. Financial penalties for poor performance.
c. Mandating overtime to provide more patient hours.
d. Continuing education for clinicians.
Answer: d
Feedback: Continuing education for clinicians will help them stay up to date on all quality procedures, services, and treatments.
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