Abstract
In general, the unannounced JCAHO survey is a more positive and patient-focused process than surveys in the past. Staff are able to demonstrate and explain what they actually do in their job on a day-to-day basis rather than stating policies. In the continuous survey-readiness process, there is less emphasis on document preparation and more on effective care. The process is appropriately clinically focused.
MeSH terms
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Benchmarking / organization & administration
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Communication
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Data Collection / methods*
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Georgia
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Hospitals, Religious / standards*
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Humans
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Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations / organization & administration*
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Medical Audit / organization & administration
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Medication Errors / prevention & control
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Nursing Audit / organization & administration
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Organizational Culture
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Patient Care Team / organization & administration
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Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee / organization & administration
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Pilot Projects
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Professional Staff Committees / organization & administration
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Safety Management / organization & administration*
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United States