Introduction-to-Continuous-Quality-Improvement-CQI-in-Pediatrics.pptx

Quality improvements in a pediatric department

1. Introduction to Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) in Pediatrics Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) is a systematic approach to enhancing patient care and outcomes in the pediatric setting. By identifying gaps, implementing targeted strategies, and continuously monitoring progress, healthcare teams can drive meaningful and sustainable improvements. by veeriya Ajanth

2. Gaps Identified in Quality Circle Meeting 1 Inconsistent Medication Administration Variability in medication dosing and timing across providers leading to potential patient safety issues. 2 Delayed Discharge Coordination Lack of streamlined processes for arranging follow-up care and community resources upon discharge. 3 Suboptimal Patient Satisfaction Negative feedback from families regarding communication, empathy, and responsiveness of the care team.

3. Importance of CQI in Pediatric Care Enhanced Patient Outcomes CQI initiatives can lead to improved clinical indicators, reduced complications, and better overall health for pediatric patients. Increased Operational Efficiency Streamlining processes and eliminating waste can optimize resource utilization and staff productivity. Improved Patient Experience CQI efforts that prioritize family-centered care can enhance communication, empathy, and satisfaction among pediatric patients and their caregivers.

4. Establishing a CQI Team 1 Assemble Bring together a multidisciplinary team with diverse expertise and perspectives. 2 Empower Ensure team members have the necessary resources, authority, and accountability to drive change. 3 Engage Foster a culture of collaboration, shared ownership, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

5. Defining Measurable Goals and Objectives Specific Clearly articulate the desired outcome and target population. Measurable Establish quantifiable metrics to track progress and success. Achievable Ensure goals are realistic and within the team's scope of influence. Relevant Align goals with the organization's strategic priorities and patient needs.

6. Data Collection and Analysis 1 Identify Data Sources Gather relevant data from electronic health records, patient surveys, and process monitoring. 2 Analyze Trends Scrutinize the data to uncover patterns, variations, and potential areas for improvement. 3 Interpret Findings Collaborate with the team to understand the significance of the data and its implications.

7. Identifying Root Causes of Gaps Brainstorm Engage the team in a collaborative brainstorming session to explore potential contributing factors. Analyze Use tools like the fishbone diagram to systematically identify the root causes of gaps. Prioritize Focus on the most significant and modifiable root causes to maximize the impact of interventions.

8. Implementing Improvement Strategies Staff Education Provide targeted training to enhance knowledge and skills. Workflow Redesign Streamline processes to improve efficiency and consistency. Communication Enhancements Implement tools and protocols to foster better patient-provider interactions. Technology Integration Leverage digital solutions to support data-driven decision-making.

9. Monitoring and Evaluating Progress Metric Baseline Target Current Medication Administration Errors 18 per month 9 per month 12 per month Discharge Coordination Time 7 days 3 days 5 days Patient Satisfaction Score 78% 90% 85%

10. Sustaining Improvements and Sharing Learnings 1 Ongoing Monitoring Regularly review data and make adjustments to maintain achieved gains. 2 Shared Learnings Collaborate with other pediatric departments to disseminate best practices and lessons learned. 3 Continuous Refinement Embrace a culture of ongoing quality improvement to identify new opportunities for enhancement.