Program-Based Quality Assurance: A Reconciliation of Quality Assurance and Program Evaluation

1989 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 32-35 ◽  
Author(s):  
Heather Rennebohm ◽  
Nancy O'Brien
Keyword(s):  
Quality Assurance ◽  
Program Evaluation ◽  
Conceptual Model ◽  
Current Systems

This paper addresses the need for action by examining the underlying shortcomings in current quality assurance (QA) principles and programs. An attempt is made to find some solutions through examining theories of program evaluation (PE). Developed through the use of QA and PE principles, a conceptual model for program-based QA is presented, and examples of program-based QA are given. Conclusions are drawn regarding the utility of a properly designed QA program to address the criticisms levied against many current systems.

Quality Assurance and Program Evaluation

1984 ◽  
Vol 27 (5) ◽  
pp. 552-582 ◽  
Author(s):  
REX S. GREEN ◽  
C. CLIFFORD ATTKISSON
Keyword(s):  
Quality Assurance ◽  
Program Evaluation

Innovationen in Qualität bei variierender Fachkraftquote

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Albert Brühl
Keyword(s):  
Quality Assurance ◽  
Minimum Level ◽  
Staff Time ◽  
Staffing Ratios ◽  
Need Of Care ◽  
Current Systems ◽  
Different Levels ◽  
Do So

Different levels of differentiation between residents in need of care are reflected in the number of differentiations made systematically across all residents. Some caregivers only roughly divide residents into two groups, e.g. extremely dependent and independent residents. Other caregivers are able to differentiate much more finely and do so systematically. Whether systems can be found in this respect, how complex they are and what kind of testing such systems can withstand can be analysed statistically. The currently regulated specialist staffing ratios do not ensure a minimum level of specialist staffing, since they are based on degrees of care and only account for ten per cent of specialist staff time. The current systems for staffing and quality assurance must be overcome if care is to be developed and not just capped.

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