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201. AHRQ Hospital Survey 2.0 User's Guide (pdf file)
     preventiveservices.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/sops/surveys/hospital/AHRQ-Hospital-Survey-2.0-Users-Guide-5.26.2021.pdf
     January 01, 2021 - Available Resources and Project Scope ............................... 4 Decide on Your Data Collection Method … Decide on Your Data Collection Method Most hospitals administer the SOPS Hospital Survey as a web survey … If you usually administer paper surveys, it might be better to continue with that data collection method … the work they plan to complete, the qualifications of their company and staff, and details regarding methods … Internet, Mail, and Mixed-Mode Surveys: The Tailored Design Method. 3rd ed.

202. AHRQ Ambulatory Surgery Center Survey on Patient Safety Culture: User’s Guide (pdf file)
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     April 01, 2015 - These methods of returning surveys, however, may raise staff concerns about confidentiality. … Field Methods 2008;20(3):249-71. http://fmx.sagepub.com/cgi/content/abstract/20/3/249. … Room ► Are you typically in the surgery/procedure room during surgeries, procedures, or treatments … Communication in the Surgery/Procedure Room (Yes, No) G0. … Are you typically in the surgery/procedure room during surgeries, procedures, or treatments?

203. How to Report Results of the CAHPS Clinician & Group Survey (pdf file)
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     August 01, 2010 - The two most suitable methods for calculating scores based on the survey results are “top box” scoring … Although there are a few ways to report a single score for the measure, two methods are recommended: … The rest of this section discusses what you would report using each of these two methods and what you … need to consider when deciding which method to use. … How to Choose No scoring method is right for everyone.

204. Fall Prevention Toolkit (doc file)
     preventiveservices.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/systems/hospital/fallprevention-training/module2/module2_tools.docx
     November 16, 2011 - Evaluation Bundle: Digit Span, Short Portable Mental Status Questionnaire, and Confusion Assessment Method … Background: Before beginning a quality improvement initiative, you need to understand your current methods … For example, some processes are mapped through the method of direct observation of the process taking … Process Analysis Procedures Take time to brainstorm and listen to every team member. … behaviors, monitoring devices, and management strategies Environment and equipment safety hazards and methods

205. Best Practices in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Diverticulitis and Biliary Tract Infections (pdf file)
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     November 01, 2019 - The imaging method of choice for diverticulitis is CT, which can also help with categorizing the extent … One-third of patients had percutaneous drainage as the method of source control. … If additional procedures are needed, the patient should receive pre-procedure antibiotics if not already … Post-procedure order sets for acute cholangitis and post-operation order sets for diverticulitis and … Complicated diverticulitis requires a source control procedure in most cases, then antibiotics for

206. Appendix I. Checklist Observation Tool and FAQs - Implementation Guide | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
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     May 01, 2017 - Healthcare-Associated Infections Program Combating Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria About the CUSP Method … This tool allows you to collect information regarding the processes performed in the operating room or procedure … |___| Yes          |___| No Before the Procedure Is Started, Observation Tool Date: _____________ … each item the team discussed during the preoperative briefing. |___| Patient's name |___| Surgical procedure … during the debriefing. |___| Instrument, sponge, and needle counts are correct |___| Name of the procedure

207. Develop Your Own? | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
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     June 01, 2020 - Are There Other Methods of Obtaining Comparable Information? … Methods . … In determining methods to be used: What standardized method will be used to ensure that all of the … information is found only in medical records, particularly where the information does not pertain to a procedure … Can the procedures for data collection be followed in a reasonable fashion?

208. AHRQ Tools Help Wisconsin Hospitals Post Big Quality, Safety Gains | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
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     September 01, 2015 - reduce CLABSI rates, WHA began working with hospitals in 2009 to introduce CUSP, an evidence-based method

209. AHRQ's RED Toolkit Helps Lower Readmissions in Dignity Health Hospitals | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
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     August 01, 2015 - For hospital officials, the most helpful aspects of the RED Toolkit have been the teach-back method for

210. Platelet-Rich Plasma for Wound Care in the Medicare Population: Disposition of Comments (pdf file)
     preventiveservices.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/research/findings/ta/comments/prp-wound-care-comments.pdf
     September 01, 2020 - For those trials, efforts to homogenize the production method variables are necessary to better evaluate … Diversity of different types of PRP in preparation method and content has been discussed 10 … products in several key respects, such as composition, structure and mechanism of action, production method … and assessment method. … Methods Re.

211. Appendix N. Part 1—Transport, Leak Testing, Cleaning: Transcript/Facilitator Notes - Implementation Guide | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
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     May 01, 2017 - Healthcare-Associated Infections Program Combating Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria About the CUSP Method … and drying of secretions, precleaning should take place at the point of use immediately following the procedure … provide the equipment needed, and they will specify the type of cleaning solution to use and also a method

212. Appendix D. List of Other Research Gaps Identified by Study Participants | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
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     June 01, 2020 - Research Methods and Tools   Use of probabilistic methods There needs to be more research … Research Methods and Tools   Taking advantage of natural experiments Natural experiments … Research Methods and Tools Care Delivery Process Use of RCTs in real-world settings There … Research Methods and Tools   Issues around data access and privacy As more sophisticated … research methods are developed and researchers have access to more powerful analytic tools, there is

213. Monitoring Ventilator-Associated Events: Facilitator Guide | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
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     February 01, 2017 - Healthcare-Associated Infections Program Combating Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria About the CUSP Method … criteria for determining IVAC can be complicated; however, these criteria standardize the assessment method

214. A Playbook for Preventing CLABSI and CAUTI in the ICU Setting (pdf file)
     preventiveservices.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/hai/tools/clabsi-cauti-icu/playbook.pdf
     April 01, 2022 - • Educate employees on hospital policy/procedure and expectations for performance. … appropriateness of request for privileges to insert central lines, and assess credentials for this procedure … Anticipated urinary retention due to paralytic medications • Recent urologic or gynecologic diagnosis or procedure … yet recommended • Assistance with healing of open wounds in incontinent patients when alternative methods … Antimicrobial lock solutions as a method to prevent central line-associated bloodstream infections:

215. Delivery System Research Initiative | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
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     December 01, 2020 - More topics in this section Practice Improvement Advanced Methods … Study Snapshots Methods and Outcomes of Care Management Programs Within Physician Organizations vs. … The IHA Bundled Episode Payment and Gainsharing Demonstration ( PDF File , 147.94 KB); Methods Appendix … For more information, visit Methods and metrics challenges of delivery-system research . … Topical Papers and Briefs Presentations, topical papers and briefs on advanced methods, critical areas

216. Combining Healthcare Quality Measures Into Composites or Summary Scores | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
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     September 01, 2019 - Because there is no established method for calculating such scores, sponsors have to improvise.

217. Resources for Advanced Practices (pdf file)
     preventiveservices.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/quality-patient-safety/patient-family-engagement/pfeprimarycare/advanced-practice-guide-brochure.pdf
     March 01, 2016 - initiative to help physicians and patients partner in medical decisionmaking on tests, treatments, and procedures … across settings to achieve coordinated, high-quality care.”1 Team-based care is a transformative method … for-improving/communication/ strategy6gtraining.html Motivational Interviewing Motivational interviewing is a method

218. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality: A Profile | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
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     July 01, 2022 - supported the development of the Comprehensive Unit-based Safety Progra m (CUSP), a highly effective method … ICUs that used CUSP methods and tools were able to reduce these bloodstream infections by 41 percent,

219. Addressing Questions Asked by Staff: Nasal Iodophor for MRSA Carriers With Devices (pdf file)
     preventiveservices.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/hai/abate/faqs/faq-iodophor.pdf
     March 01, 2022 - the other include local evidence for mupirocin resistance, nursing preference for the application method

220. Addressing Questions Asked by Staff: Nasal Mupirocin for MRSA Carriers With Devices (pdf file)
     preventiveservices.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/hai/abate/faqs/faq-mupirocin.pdf
     March 01, 2022 - studies using mupirocin, local data on mupirocin resistance, nursing preference for the application method