Quality Improvement Virtual Practicum: The QI Simulator.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

In recent years, undergraduate and graduate medical education has been rightfully emphasizing education in quality improvement and patient safety (QIPS). However, the best methods for teaching the foundational principles of QIPS and associated skills are unknown.

Methods

In collaboration with the Institute for Healthcare Improvement Open School, we developed an approachable simulation for teams of health care trainees at any level and any discipline. The simulation is based on the investigation of a case regarding a psychiatric patient admitted to a fictional hospital for medical treatment who has eloped. In teams, participants investigate the incident by collecting data and using basic QI principles to brainstorm and design interventions. Participants are guide

SUBMITTER: Worsham C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6342354 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature