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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/nhguide/4_TK3_T1-Sample_Policy_final.docx
October 01, 2016 - Tool 1. Sample Policy
[NAME OF NURSING HOME]
Protocol for Three Common Infections
[DATE]
Between 25 percent and 75 percent of antibiotic prescriptions in nursing homes do not meet clinical guidelines for prescribing. Unnecessary antibiotics can result in side effects and drugresistant bacteria. Unnecessary prescribing…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/nhguide/4_TK3_T1-Sample_Policy_final.pdf
October 01, 2016 - Nursing Home
Antimicrobial Stewardship Guide
Determine Whether To Treat
Toolkit 3. Minimum Criteria for Common Infections Toolkit
Tool 1. Sample Policy
[NAME OF NURSING HOME]
Protocol for Three Common Infections
[DATE]
Between 25 percent and 75 percent of antibiotic prescriptions in nursing homes do…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/funding/training-grants/eric-roberts-draft-application.pdf
May 19, 2021 - Eric T. Roberts - Sample Grant Application
PI: Roberts, Eric T Title: Financial assistance for low-income Medicare beneficiaries: Using natural
experiments to assess effects on care and health outcomes
Received: 05/29/2018 FOA: PA16-223
Clinical Trial:Optional
Council: 01/2019
Competition ID: FORMS-E FOA…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/funding/training-grants/rachel-hogg-graham-application.pdf
May 19, 2021 - Rachel Hogg Graham - Sample Grant Application
PI: Hogg, Rachel A. Title: Examining the Integration of Hospitals, Public Health, and Social Services to
Target the Social Determinants of Health Using Patient-Centered and Comparative
Effectiveness Research Method…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/research/findings/nhqrdr/2018qdr-datasources.pdf
October 01, 2019 - The plan samples are not adjusted for unequal
probabilities of selection. … NHAMCS uses a 4-stage
probability design that involves samples of primary sampling units (PSUs), hospitals … Population Targeted
NHANES samples the U.S. civilian noninstitutionalized resident population of the … local geographic areas (which together make up the United
States), the NIS draws independent quarterly samples … Schedule
Quarterly samples, reported annually.
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/research/findings/nhqrdr/2022qdr-datasources.pdf
December 01, 2022 - The plan samples are not adjusted for unequal
probabilities of selection. … Population Targeted
NHANES samples the noninstitutionalized civilian resident population of the United … NHAMCS uses a 4-stage probability
design that involves samples of primary sampling units (PSUs), hospitals … local geographic areas (which together make up the United
States), NIS draws independent quarterly samples … Data Collection Schedule
Quarterly samples, reported annually
Geographic Estimates
National, state
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www.ahrq.gov/ncepcr/tools/transform-qi/deliver-facilitation/modules/resources.html
July 01, 2022 - This article from the British Medical Journal on the value of small samples sizes in rapid-cycle
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www.ahrq.gov/practiceimprovement/delivery-initiative/rodriguez/index.html
December 01, 2020 - Patient Experience Survey (random samples of patients with 2+ visits) (2012 RR= 45%, n=907; 2013 RR=
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www.ahrq.gov/cahps/surveys-guidance/survey-methods-research/calculating-sample-size.html
August 01, 2024 - Calculating the Starting Sample Size for CAHPS Surveys
The starting sample size you need to achieve the desired number of completed CAHPS questionnaires for analysis and reporting should take several factors into account: The accuracy of the contact information. The mode or modes of data collection. Any prior s…
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www.ahrq.gov/data/apcd/envscan/context.html
June 01, 2017 - However, these are only samples of a small percentage of the patients in any given locality, so they
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www.ahrq.gov/healthsystemsresearch/hspc-research-study/appendix-b.html
June 01, 2020 - nonhuman test subjects as well as computer simulated biomedical models, and studies that use tissue samples … , other biological samples, or medical imagery outside the context of actual service provision.
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www.ahrq.gov/cahps/surveys-guidance/survey-methods-research/sample-frame-elements.html
February 01, 2025 - Examples of Sample Frame Elements
The sample frame that a CAHPS survey sponsor provides to a vendor would ideally include the following information (data elements). Elements for an Adult Survey Unique patient ID (typically provided by provider or insurer). Name of person (first and last names in separate fields…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/cahps/surveys-guidance/hospital/about/fielding-child-hcahps-93.pdf
April 02, 2025 - Sampling
In disproportionate stratified random sampling, dissimilar sampling ratios are used to
draw samples
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/hai/tools/mrsa/040-mrsa-surveillance-notes.docx
October 01, 2024 - Slide 9
Passive MRSA Surveillance
SAY:
Passive surveillance gathers data from samples that are collected
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www.ahrq.gov/research/findings/final-reports/iomracereport/reldata5.html
May 01, 2018 - Moreover, conducting surveys of representative population-based samples in diverse settings requires … reported in Chapter 2 were generated from pooled analyses of the NHIS sample to increase the size of the samples
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www.ahrq.gov/hai/cauti-tools/guides/implguide-pt3.html
October 01, 2015 - Samples of products can be obtained so that staff can conduct a trial as a way to identify which products … Utilize the help of the central supply manager to obtain samples of new/improved condom catheters on
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www.ahrq.gov/cahps/surveys-guidance/survey-methods-research/preparing-sample-files.html
August 01, 2024 - Preparing Sample Files Before Collecting CAHPS Survey Data
Before a CAHPS survey goes into the field, survey sponsors should confirm that their vendors have taken the following steps to prepare the sample files. Remove duplicate names: While the sample frame can include multiple individuals from the same house…
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www.ahrq.gov/funding/fund-opps/sample-applications.html
December 01, 2022 - Sample Conference Grant Applications
Through its Conference Grant Program, AHRQ seeks to support conferences that help to further its mission to improve the quality, safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of health care for all Americans. A sampling of notable conference grant applications is provided here.
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/nhguide/5_TK2_P1T5-Sample_Timeline_Phase_1.doc
May 01, 2014 - Comprehensive Antibiogram Toolkit: Phase 1
Sample Timeline
Task complete
Year
Months
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Task 1: Assessment and Planning
Complete the Nursing Home Readiness and Resources Assessment
Distribute the Prescribing Clinici…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/nhguide/5_TK1_T5-Sample_Policy_Letter_final.pdf
October 01, 2016 - Nursing Home
Antimicrobial Stewardship Guide
Help Clinicians Choose the Right Antibiotic
Toolkit 1. Working With a Lab To Improve Antibiotic Prescribing
[DATE]
Tool 5. Sample Policy Letter
[NAME OF NURSING HOME]
RE: Antibiogram Policy
[DATE]
Antibiotics are among the most commonly prescribed pharmaceuti…