A collaborative team composed of members of the interdisciplinary health care team develops a set of goals and research-based standardized critical pathways. Of which is this an example?
1. Outcomes management
2. Risk management
3. Peer review
4. Six Sigma
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Explanation: 1. Outcomes management is a process in which costs and quality are concurrently and
retrospectively measured and analyzed in order to improve clinical practice. Risk management
is directed at the identification, evaluation, and corrective action against potential risks that
could threaten the well-being of the client, staff, or visitors. Peer review occurs when
practicing nurses determine the standards and criteria that indicate quality care and then
assess performance against these standards. Six Sigma is a quality management program that
uses measures, goals, and management involvement to monitor performance and ensure
progress.
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