The nurse is reviewing the Institute of Medicine's framework for healthcare that leads to practical improvements. Which qualities should the nurse identify as being supported by this framework?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Safety
2. Timeliness
3. Cost reduction
4. Patient-centeredness
5. Elimination of healthcare-associated infections
Correct Answer: 1, 2, 4
The Institute of Medicine has described a framework for healthcare that can lead to practical improvements. It emphasizes safety, effectiveness, patient centeredness, timeliness, equity, and efficiency. Cost reduction and elimination of healthcare-associated infections have not been identified by the Institute of Medication's framework for practical improvements in healthcare.
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