ATI RN
ATI Leadership Level 3 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is comparing the rate of medication errors on the medical unit to the rate from a medical unit in a magnet hospital. Which of the following quality improvement methods is the nurse using?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Benchmarking. Benchmarking involves comparing performance metrics against a standard or best practice. In this scenario, the nurse is comparing the rate of medication errors on their medical unit to the rate in a magnet hospital, which serves as a benchmark for comparison. This method helps identify areas for improvement and learn from successful practices.
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A: Root cause analysis focuses on identifying and addressing the underlying causes of a specific problem.
C: Risk benefit analysis evaluates the potential risks and benefits of a decision or action.
D: Structure audit assesses the organizational structures and processes for adherence to standards and guidelines, not specifically for comparing performance metrics.
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