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Design Better, More Effective Quality Improvement Surveys by Avoiding These Errors
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Design Better, More Effective Quality Improvement Surveys by Avoiding These Errors

Quality improvement (QI) projects often use surveys to gather data, but expertise in survey design isn’t always available to every project team. A recent study(1) illustrates the unpredictable quality of locally developed surveys for QI, showing that development of surveys requires special expertise in addition to careful consideration and time.

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Use of Skin Color Evaluation in Assessments Can Increase Disparities in Care
Robin Carter (consultant) Robin Carter (consultant)

Use of Skin Color Evaluation in Assessments Can Increase Disparities in Care

Clinical assessments play a vital role in providing the information healthcare professionals need to better care for patients. And while clinical assessments include such important data as function, behavior, and personal history, many of these tools also include an evaluation of skin color.

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