Include the following sections (detailed criteria listed below and in the grading rubric).

Description of the Problem 

1. State problem to examine in Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
2. State rationale for problem selection.
3. Include a brief description of literature supporting the need for quality improvement (QI).
4. Include in-text citations.

Fishbone Diagram 

1. Identify the problem in the designated area.
2. Identify appropriate contributing factors for each category.
3. Include at least two contributing factors for all categories. Delete any unused text boxes.
4. Identify each contributing factor as realistic or unrealistic targets for QI efforts.

Correlation with Contributing Factor 

1. Select one realistic contributing factor from the fishbone diagram.
2. List 2-4 interprofessional stakeholders involved in the project.
3. Write one SMART goal for the PDSA Quality Improvement Project.

PDSA (Plan, Do, Study, Act) 

1. Under the “Plan” phase, write a plan (in 2-3 sentences) for the quality improvement project to meet the SMART goal.
2. Under the “Do” phase, briefly describe (in 2-3 sentences using past tense) how the Plan was hypothetically implemented and what data was collected.
3. Under the “Study” phase, briefly evaluate (in 2-3 sentences using past tense) the data. Identify whether the goal was met or not met.
4. Under the “Act” phase, briefly describe (in 2-3 sentences using past tense) how to maintain the improvement or revise and repeat the PDSA process based on whether or not the goal was met.

Solution

[The fall rate among the elderly has increased above the benchmark].

Quality of life: – Falls has a great impact on the quality of life more so older adults. It affects their mental health and overall happiness.

Healthcare costs: – It contributes to healthcare costs due to rehabilitations and hospitalizations.

Public health concerns: – It is a public concern among the elderly………………….. Kindly click the purchase icon to access the full solution for $10 or WHATSAPP +254712575747