title: Mock surveys: a proactive approach to the accreditation visit.
abstract: Preparing for an accreditation visit is a challenge for the nurse manager. In this article, the authors describe the methods and tools developed to assist the Duke University Medical Center Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Unit in preparing for the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations review process.
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Schaffner
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Almon
mesh_terms: D000068:Accreditation; D004509:Education, Nursing, Continuing / Q000379:methods*; D016099:Endoscopy, Gastrointestinal / Q000451:nursing; D006801:Humans; D007591:Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations; D009741:Nursing Staff, Hospital / Q000193:education*; D009745:Nursing, Supervisory; D011785:Quality Assurance, Health Care