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Healthcare Quality

Top 10 Health Technology Hazards for 2025

AI-enabled health technologies soared from 5th in 2024 to the top of ECRI’s annual top 10 health technology hazards for 2025. This jump in ranking underscores the growing concerns over AI’s potential for misuse and oversight challenges, as its adoption accelerates across the healthcare sector. Unmet technology support needs for home care patients and tech vendor risk and cybersecurity threats make up the top three hazards.

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QUASR Team 15 December 2024
Healthcare Quality

The importance of near miss reporting in healthcare

Near miss reporting is crucial in improving patient safety and preventing harm. It helps in early detection of potential risks and hazards, improves safety culture and awareness, and promotes transparency and accountability.

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QUASR Team 15 October 2024
Healthcare Quality

Five Common RCA Mistakes

The effectiveness of RCA can be undermined by common mistakes during the RCA process. Here are five common mistakes to avoid.

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QUASR Team 1 October 2024
Healthcare Quality

Incident Categorization in Healthcare: What You Need to Know

There are different ways to categorize incidents in healthcare settings. Incident categorization can be based on various criteria such as risk, severity, impact on patients, urgency, stage/process, and the nature or consequence of incidents. There are industry guidelines on categorizing or rating incidents for specific incident types.

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QUASR Team 4 August 2024
Healthcare Quality

Fall Prevention in Hospitals and Nursing Homes

Falls occur at all ages but are common among older people. According to some studies, falls occur in 30% of adults aged over 65 annually. Falls are a common reason that older people are admitted to hospital.

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QUASR Team 20 July 2024
Healthcare Quality

Key Findings: Safety Incident Reporting in Care Homes

In this blog, we are sharing the key findings on safety incident reporting in care homes in a paper published by the Journal of Advanced Nursing. The study was a systematic review on the types of safety incidents, the processes and systems used for safety incident reporting in the care home sector.

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QUASR Team 9 July 2024
Healthcare Quality

Incident Reporting in Nursing Homes: A Closer Look

The nursing home sector plays a vital role in caring for the aged and some of the most vulnerable groups in society. Healthcare needs of the elderly are rising and getting more complex, so is the focus on resident safety and quality of care. Incident reporting is integral to ensuring safety and quality of care. Under-reporting of incidents in the nursing home sector, as revealed by some studies, is an area of concern.

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Hak Yek Tan 1 June 2024
Healthcare Quality

Reporting and Prevention of Needlestick Injuries

Needlestick and sharps injury (NSI) is a serious occupational hazard and health concern. Healthcare workers (HCWs) who have frequent exposure to needles are at increased risk of NSIs. Sharps exposures can lead to serious or fatal infections with bloodborne pathogens such as hepatitis B virus, hepatitis C virus, or HIV. Proper reporting and prevention strategies are crucial in mitigating these risks.

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Hak Yek Tan 14 May 2024
Healthcare Quality

Online Incident Reporting: Key to Fostering Open Communication

Open communication is critical in fostering a safety culture and a positive work environment in healthcare. In this blog, we look at the pivotal role of online incident reporting in fostering open communication and creating a culture of safety, transparency, active learning, and continuous improvement.

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Hak Yek Tan 7 May 2024
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  • The quality of healthcare is a fundamental aspect of patient well-being and safety. At QUASR, we are committed to promoting and ensuring the highest standards of healthcare quality. In our “Healthcare Quality” blogs, we explore the various dimensions of quality in healthcare, and how robust incident reporting systems contribute to achieving excellence in patient care. 1. Defining Healthcare Quality Understanding what healthcare quality means is the first step in ensuring it. This section delves into the multifaceted nature of healthcare quality, covering aspects such as effectiveness, safety, patient-centeredness, timeliness, efficiency, and equity. Learn how these dimensions interplay in delivering quality care. 2. Measuring Healthcare Quality To improve healthcare quality, we need to measure it accurately. Here, we discuss various metrics, frameworks, and assessment tools that healthcare organizations use to evaluate their performance. Discover how data-driven insights and reporting play a pivotal role in measuring and monitoring healthcare quality. 3. Accreditation and Certification Healthcare organizations often seek accreditation and certification to demonstrate their commitment to quality. Explore the various accrediting bodies and certifications in healthcare and how incident reporting can help organizations maintain and exceed the required standards. 4. Continuous Quality Improvement Quality in healthcare is not static; it requires constant improvement. Learn about methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) cycles that healthcare organizations use to drive continuous quality improvement. Discover how effective incident reporting feeds into this improvement process. 5. Patient Experience and Satisfaction Patient experience is a significant component of healthcare quality. We discuss strategies for enhancing patient satisfaction, communication, and engagement. Explore how incident reporting can be a valuable tool for addressing patient concerns and improving their overall experience. 6. Clinical Outcomes and Evidence-Based Practices Clinical outcomes are critical indicators of healthcare quality. In this section, we explore evidence-based practices, clinical guidelines, and how healthcare professionals can utilize data from incident reports to enhance patient outcomes. 7. Reducing Medical Errors and Adverse Events Patient safety is central to healthcare quality, and reducing medical errors and adverse events is of paramount importance. Learn about the role of incident reporting in identifying, addressing, and preventing errors and adverse events in healthcare settings. 8. Regulatory Compliance and Quality Reporting Healthcare quality often ties into regulatory compliance. We discuss how healthcare organizations can navigate the complex landscape of regulations, reporting requirements, and quality initiatives. Discover how QUASR’s incident reporting system can help streamline compliance efforts. 9. Transparency and Accountability Openness and accountability are essential for maintaining and improving healthcare quality. Explore the significance of transparency in incident reporting, fostering a culture of accountability, and building trust with patients and stakeholders. In our “Healthcare Quality” blogs, we provide a comprehensive resource for healthcare professionals and organizations striving for excellence in patient care. Quality is not an option; it’s a necessity in healthcare, and our content is designed to help you achieve and sustain it through effective incident reporting and continuous improvement.