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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/publications/files/ptflowguide.pdf
January 01, 2014 - In addition, there is evidence showing that
physicians and clinics refer patients to the ED for a variety
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www.ahrq.gov/research/findings/nhqrdr/chartbooks/intro.html
June 01, 2018 - Introduction and Methods
National Healthcare Quality and Disparities Report
This document describes the contents of the National Healthcare Quality and Disparities Report and the methods used to compile and analyze data.
Contents
Acknowledgments
Introduction and Methods
Background on …
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www.ahrq.gov/cahps/faq/index.html
January 01, 2019 - Frequently Asked Questions About the CAHPS® Program and Surveys Search or browse for answers to questions about the CAHPS program, patient experience surveys, and the CAHPS Database. Please send additional questions to cahps1@westat.com.
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The CAHPS Program
Survey Q…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/2024-11/golden-west-report.pdf
January 01, 2024 - Final Progress Report: Building Consensus Among States on Patient Safety Reporting
Final Report
“Building Consensus Among States on Patient Safety Reporting”
William E. Golden, M.D.
Vice President for Quality Improvement
Health Care Quality Improvement Programs
Office of Projects and Analysis
Arkansas F…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/cahps/news-and-events/events/webinars/2023-virtual-research-meeting-summary-patient-experience.pdf
January 01, 2023 - Patient Experience, Patient Safety, and Provider Well-Being: Associations and Paths
Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS®)
2023 Research Meeting Summary
Patient Experience, Patient Safety,
and Provider Well-Being:
Associations and Paths for Quality Improvement
January 2024
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/2024-12/thorpe-rask-report.pdf
January 01, 2024 - Final Progress Report: Accountability and Health Safety – A Statewide Approach
Revised
FINAL PROGRESS REPORT
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TITLE: Accountability and Health Safety – A Statewide Approach
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR: Ke…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/hai/tools/perinatal-care-2/hypertension_5-mutual-support-speaker-notes.pdf
July 01, 2023 - Mutual Support: Severe Hypertension
Hospital AIM
Team
Leads
SPPC‐II
Mutual Support
Severe Hypertension
Module 5 of 8
SPPC‐II
Toolkit
SCRIPT
Welcome to Module 5 of the SPPC‐II Teamwork Toolkit. In this module, we will discuss the
different facets of mutual support and strategies for supporting each.
1 …
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/quality-patient-safety/patient-safety-resources/resources/advances-in-patient-safety-2/vol1/Advances-Mokkarala_103.pdf
June 16, 2008 - Development of a Comprehensive Medical Error Ontology
Development of a Comprehensive
Medical Error Ontology
Pallavi Mokkarala, MS; Julie Brixey, RN, PhD; Todd R. Johnson, PhD; Vimla L. Patel, PhD;
Jiajie Zhang, PhD; James P. Turley, RN, PhD
Abstract
A critical step towards reducing errors in health care …
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/quality-patient-safety/patient-safety-resources/resources/advances-in-patient-safety-2/vol4/Advances-Maddox_38.pdf
March 26, 2008 - Intravenous Infusion Safety Initiative: Collaboration, Evidence-Based Best Practices, and “Smart” Technology Help Avert High-Risk Adverse Drug Events and Improve Patient Outcomes
Intravenous Infusion Safety Initiative: Collaboration,
Evidence-Based Best Practices, and “Smart”
Technology Help Avert High-Risk Adverse…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/systems/long-term-care/resources/ontime/prevhosp/imp-handouts.pdf
June 02, 2025 - AHRQ’s Safety Program for Nursing Homes: On-Time Preventable Hospital and ED Visits 1
On-Time
Preventable Hospital
and ED Visits:
Implementation
On-Time Preventable Hospital and ED Visits
Self-Assessment Scripted Exercise
Team consists of:
Facilitator [Tom]
Program Champion (Quality Assessment and…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/quality-patient-safety/hais/tools/mvp/modules/technical/early-mobility-mvpguide.pdf
January 01, 2017 - Early Mobility Guide for Reducing Ventilator-Associated Events in Mechanically Ventilated Patients
AHRQ Safety Program for
Mechanically Ventilated Patients
Early Mobility Guide for Reducing
Ventilator-Associated Events in
Mechanically Ventilated Patients
AHRQ Publication No. 16(17)-001…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/2024-10/sills-report.pdf
January 01, 2024 - Final Progress Report: Emergency Department Overcrowding and Quality of Acute Asthma Care for Children
Title of Project: Emergency Department Overcrowding and Quality of Acute Asthma Care for
Children
Principal Investigator and Team Members:
Marion R. Sills, MD, MPH, Principal Investigator
Diane Fairclough, DrPH,…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/quality-patient-safety/patient-safety-resources/resources/esrd/finalreportphase2.pdf
September 29, 2014 - National Opportunity To Improve Infection Control in ESRD (NOTICE) Phase Two Final Report
National Opportunity To Improve
Infection Control in ESRD (NOTICE)
Phase Two Final Report
Prepared for:
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
Contract Number: HHSA2902010000251 Task Order …
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www.ahrq.gov/hai/quality/tools/cauti-ltc/modules/resources/tools/cauti-surveillance/pocket-card.html
May 01, 2017 - Appendix I. National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) Definition CAUTI Criteria Pocket Card
AHRQ Safety Program for Long-Term Care: HAIs/CAUTI
Slide 1: Appendix I.
National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) Definition CAUTI Criteria Pocket Card
The National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) Definition CAU…
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www.ahrq.gov/evidencenow/projects/heart-health/evidence/aspirin.html
March 01, 2021 - Aspirin Use Evidence and Resources
A substantial body of evidence shows that taking aspirin can help patients lower their risk of heart attack or stroke. Patients with heart disease or who have had a stroke in the past are at high risk for having a heart attack or another stroke. Taking an aspirin every day can…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/policymakers/chipra/factsheets/fullreports/chipra-88-measure-1-section-2-attachment-3.pdf
June 02, 2025 - Measure 1, Section 2, Attachment 2
SNAC Submission Form Measure 1: Accurate ADHD Diagnosis
Section 2: Detailed Measure Specifications
Attachment 2: EHR Recommended Data Locations
This table describes where to look for and find the elements of ADHD measures in the chart
Locations in the record where this info…
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www.ahrq.gov/teamstepps-program/curriculum/mutual/tools/rule.html
May 01, 2023 - Tool: Two-Challenge Rule
The Two-Challenge Rule is another tool used to facilitate team members' speaking up. It was developed to manage conflict when team members’ perception of a situation differs. Human factor experts developed the rule to help airline captains prevent disasters when otherwise excellent deci…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/sops/events/webinar/02-sops-riverside-handoffs-webcast-bakdash.pdf
January 01, 2022 - Improving Hospital Handoffs Using AHRQ’s Surveys on Patient Safety Culture® Hospital Survey - Bakdash
AHRQ’s Surveys on Patient Safety Culture®
(SOPS®) Program
Jonathan Bakdash, Ph.D.
Center for Quality Improvement and Patient Safety, AHRQ
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
• AHRQ is:
► A research and …
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/hai/tools/mrsa/059-nursing-protocol-nasal-mupirocin.docx
October 01, 2024 - AHRQ Safety Program for MRSA Prevention
Nursing Decolonization Protocol:
Nasal Mupirocin
ICU & Non-ICU
Note: Mupirocin should generally be chosen over iodophor when possible. A recent study showed a mupirocin & chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) decolonization strategy to be more effective at reducing Staphylococcus aureus …
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www.ahrq.gov/sitemap.html
September 15, 2025 - AHRQ Main Site
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