Introduction to Quality in Radiology (2025)-Introduction to Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Processes

Introduction to Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Processes

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Olga Brook's presentation focuses on differentiating between quality assessment and quality improvement. Quality assessment sets minimum standards, while quality improvement aims to elevate performance across the board by reducing unintended variation. The presentation emphasizes the importance of specific, measurable, and challenging aims for successful quality improvement projects. Brook highlights different types of measures—outcome, process, and balance—and the importance of these in assessing progress and ensuring that changes don't negatively impact other areas. She discusses the use of run charts and control charts for tracking improvements over time and differentiates between research and quality improvement, highlighting the importance of understanding trends rather than collecting excessive data. Techniques such as small sample sizes and consistent data collection are encouraged to efficiently drive quality improvements. The presentation also recommends resources for further learning, notably the "Healthcare Data Guide," for those interested in deepening their understanding of data usage in quality improvement.

Keywords

quality assessment

quality improvement

performance elevation

measurable aims

run charts

Healthcare Data Guide