The continuous quality improvement (CQI) coordinator is establishing quality measures for a unit. These measures would be written according to which criteria? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.
A) The CQI coordinator has read two research studies that show the process improves client outcomes.
B) The CQI coordinator has evidence that a particular practice is effective in decreasing length of stay.
C) The CQI coordinator has used the process in practice for more than two years.
D) The process being measured produces a desirable outcome.
E) There are very few unexpected bad effects from the process.

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1. The measure must be based in research that shows the process leads to improved outcomes. More than one research study is required for documentation.
2. Quality measures should document that evidence-based practice was given.
3. Anecdotal information or single-nurse-practice information is not sufficient evidence for writing a quality measure.
4. The monitor is written in the "positive," meaning that the process is desirable.
5. The process should have minimal or no unintended adverse effects.

The Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Coordinator Is Establishing Quality Measures