What is the initial phase in application of quality improvement (QI) steps to a clinical performance problem?
a. Analysis
b. Assessment
c. Test and implement the improvement plan
d. Develop a plan for improvement
ANS: B
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A Analysis is the second step in application of the quality improvement steps to a clinical performance problem.
B The initial step in applying the quality improvement steps to a clinical performance problem is assessment.
C Testing and implementation of the improvement plan is the final step in application of the quality improvement steps to a clinical performance problem.
D Development of a plan for improvement is the third step in application of the quality improvement steps to a clinical performance problem.
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