Tracer Methodology: Tips and Strategies for Continuous Systems Improvement - Softcover

Joint Commission Resources

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1599402068 ISBN 13: 9781599402062

Publisher: Joint Commission Resources, 2008

Synopsis

Outlines methodology of the selection of tracer subjects and areas for surveyors during an on-site survey: The Priority Focus Process (PFP) and offers a collection of sample tracers regarding data use, infection control and medication management written by Joint Commission surveyors. "Program-Specific Tracer Examples" found in Chapter 6 are new to this edition and provides information on how continuity of care, continuity of foster//therapeutic foster care, suicide prevention, elopment, violence equipment/supply management, fall reduction, resident-centered care, laboratory integration, patient flow and staffing can be the focus of a tracer in a particular health care setting.

Edition details

• Publisher: Joint Commission Resources
• Publication date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1599402068
• ISBN 13: 9781599402062
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 202