Question

Question 4 (Mandatory) (0.5 points) A quality improvement project was needed to reduce medication errors in the acute respiratory failure care unit. The project was finished 8 months late, and data had to be collected several times due to incorrect data collection procedures by data collectors. The most likely cause of these problems is which of the following? Question 4 options:

a Failure to adequately plan the project
b Nurses' lack of interest in medication errors
c High difficulty of addressing medication errors in a busy unit
d Lack of pharmacy participation in the project

Answer 1

a) Failure to adequately plan the project.

The most likely cause of the problems described, including the project being finished late and incorrect data collection procedures, is a failure to adequately plan the project. Inadequate planning can lead to delays, lack of clarity on data collection procedures, and insufficient coordination among project team members. Proper planning is crucial for the success of quality improvement projects, including identifying potential challenges, establishing clear timelines, and ensuring appropriate resources and support are in place.