An agency has not created a continuous quality improvement program. Which of the following actions should the agency take to help ensure quality care within the institution?
a. Ensure appropriate policies and procedures are followed.
b. Employ highly recommended and credentialed professionals to give care.
c. Use administrative action to ensure that quality care is given to clients.
d. Write quality care plans for the most typical problems of clients.
ANS: A
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