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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/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/quality-patient-safety/hais/tools/ambulatory-surgery/sections/implementation/implementation-guide/appendix-l.pdf
May 01, 2017 - It Takes a Team: Preventing Infections in Ambulatory Surgery Centers
Appendix L. Infection Prevention Infographic
AHRQ Safety Program for Ambulatory Surgery
Implementation Guide
• Follow fully the instructions on how to use cleaning and
disinfection supplies.
• Follow the manufacturers’ and ASC’s instructions …
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/quality-patient-safety/hais/tools/ambulatory-surgery/sections/sustainability/training-tools/sustainability-tool.docx
May 01, 2017 - AHRQ Safety Program for Ambulatory Surgery
Module 4: Sustainability
Sustainability Tool
Background: This tool can be used to identify sustainability issues in planning and implementing your improvement efforts.
How to use this tool: The Implementation Team leader (or individual designated by the leader) should comple…
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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/teamstepps-program/curriculum/mutual/tools/advocacy.html
June 01, 2023 - Tool: Advocacy and Assertion
Providing mutual support also sometimes requires the use of advocacy and assertion. Advocacy and assertion interventions are invoked when a team member's viewpoint does not coincide with that of a decision maker. In advocating by or for the patient and asserting the need for correct…
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www.ahrq.gov/topics/care-coordination.html
January 01, 2014 - Care Coordination
Care coordination involves deliberately organizing patient care activities and sharing information among all of the participants concerned with a patient's care to achieve safer and more effective care. This means that the patient's needs and preferences are known ahead of time a…
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www.ahrq.gov/sitemap.html
September 15, 2025 - AHRQ Main Site
Topics
Priority Populations
About Priority Populations
Children/Adolescents
Elderly
Low-Income
Racial/Ethnic Minorities
Rural/Inner-City Residents
Special Healthcare Needs
Women
Information in Spanish
Programs
Rese…
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www.ahrq.gov/pqmp/implementation-qi/index.html
August 01, 2021 - PQMP Measure Implementation and Quality Improvement
The second phase of the Pediatric Quality Measures Program (PQMP 2.0) was designed to support and strengthen pediatric quality measurement and quality improvement based on learnings from quality improvement demonstration projects that implemented and evaluated…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/systems/hospital/qitoolkit/pdi/d2_pdi_projectcharter.pdf
December 23, 2009 - Project Charter
Pediatric Toolkit for Using the AHRQ Quality Indicators
How To Improve Hospital Quality and Safety
i Tool D.2
Project Charter
What is the purpose of this tool? The purpose of the project charter is to describe the performance
improvement rationale, goals, barriers, and anticipated resources to…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/systems/hospital/qitoolkit/pdi/d2_pdi_projectcharter.docx
December 23, 2009 - Project Charter
What is the purpose of this tool? The purpose of the project charter is to describe the performance improvement rationale, goals, barriers, and anticipated resources to which the team will commit.
Who are the target audiences? Staff members directly involved in the improvement project. Consider adding r…
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www.ahrq.gov/hai/cusp/summary/index.html
September 01, 2017 - Comprehensive Unit-based Safety Program: Accelerating the Adoption of Evidence-Based Practices To Prevent Healthcare-Associated Infections
Project Summary
The Comprehensive Unit-based Safety Program (CUSP) is a proven method for preventing healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and other patient harms. CUSP…
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www.ahrq.gov/hai/tools/mrsa-prevention/surgery/nasal-decolonization.html
September 01, 2025 - MRSA Prevention Toolkit: Targeting SSI
Nasal Decolonization
Previous Page Next Page
Table of Contents
MRSA Prevention Toolkit: Targeting SSI
The Four Key Strategies of MRSA Prevention: Targeting SSI
MRSA and SSI Prevention Phases
Importance of MRSA and SSI Prevention
MRSA Surveillance
The …
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www.ahrq.gov/patient-safety/resources/index.html
December 01, 2022 - Quality and Patient Safety Resources
Tips for preventing medical errors and promoting patient safety, measuring health care quality, consumer assessment of health plans, evaluation software, report tools, and case studies.
Sign up: Patient Safety Email updates
Sign up: Quality Improvement Email updates …
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www.ahrq.gov/news/blog/ahrqviews/academy-health-2022-meeting.html
May 01, 2022 - AHRQ Views: Blog posts from AHRQ leaders
AcademyHealth’s Annual Research Meeting: An Opportunity to Connect, Engage, and Inspire
MAY
31
2022
By
Robert Otto
Valdez,
Ph.D., M.H.S.A.
R. Valdez, Ph.D., M.H.S.A.
Health services researchers have AcademyHealth’s Annu…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/evidencenow/results/research/recruitment-flyer-va.pdf
June 02, 2025 - RecruitmentFlyer_FAQs_VA
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why should my practice participate in the Heart of Virginia Healthcare (HVH) initiative?
Your practice will receive personalized coaching on optimizing your practice model and culture; helping you
improve cardiovascular care for your patients. Improving func…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/quality-patient-safety/hais/cauti-tools/archived-webinars/no-more-cauti-preventing-cauti.pptx
June 02, 2025 - No More CAUTI – preventing catheter associated urinary tact infections
No More CAUTI – preventing catheter associated urinary tract infections
Elizabeth Mizerek, MSN, RN, CEN, CPEN, FN-CSA
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Mercer County Community College
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1
Learning Objectives
Define the impact of CAUTI
Des…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/quality-patient-safety/hais/cauti-tools/archived-webinars/aseptic-catheter-insertion-practices-ed.pptx
June 02, 2025 - PowerPoint Presentation
Aseptic catheter insertion practices in the ED: A Focus on Engagement
Milisa Manojlovich PhD, RN, CCRN
Associate Professor
University of Michigan, School of Nursing
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1
Learning Objectives
Discuss barriers to ED staff engagement
Describe strategies to engage ED staff in aseptic ins…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/hai/abate/faqs/faq-wound-cleaning.docx
March 01, 2022 - FAQs (Staff): Wound Cleaning
Decolonization of
Non-ICU Patients With Devices
Section 14-5 – Addressing Questions Asked by Staff:
Wound Cleaning
There are some new nurses and nursing assistants on our unit. How can I ease any concerns related to wound cleaning?
Some nurses and nursing assistants feel comfortable us…
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www.ahrq.gov/hai/cauti-tools/archived-webinars/aseptic-catheter-insertion-practices-ed-slides.html
December 01, 2017 - Aseptic Catheter Insertion Practices in the ED: A Focus on Engagement
Slide Presentation
Slide 1
Aseptic Catheter Insertion Practices in the ED: A Focus on Engagement
Milisa Manojlovich PhD, RN, CCRN
Associate Professor
University of Michigan, School of Nursing
Slide 2
Learning Objectives
Di…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/sdm/share-approach/share-conversation-starters.pdf
October 01, 2024 - The SHARE Approach: Conversation Starters
The SHARE Approach:
Conversation Starters
The SHARE Approach provides five elements to guide shared decision-making
discussions with patients. These can be used in any order, and you may need to use
some of the elements multiple times to reach a decision with your…