Required Organizational Practices __________
a. should be implemented three months before an accreditation process
b. should be implemented six months before an accreditation process
c. are evidence-based
d. are required for an accreditation process only
c
a. Incorrect: Organizational practices are evidence-based and should be implemented and adhered to continuously, not only in relation to the accreditation process.
b. Incorrect: Organizational practices are evidence-based and should be implemented and adhered to continuously, not only in relation to the accreditation process.
c. Correct: Required Organizational Practice (ROP) is a term developed by Accreditation Canada for practices identified as essential for safe patient care. These practices are evidence-based.
d. Incorrect: Organizational practices are evidence-based and should be implemented and adhered to continuously, not only in relation to the accreditation process.
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