Implementation and evaluation of a quality assurance programme.
Describes the three stages of implementation of a quality assurance programme (preparatory, development of quality assurance structure and process, appearance of quality assurance outcomes). Observes that it is advantageous to implement the programme by providing external support to internal quality assurance efforts. Mentions the way of conducting a formative and a summative evaluation of a programme as well as the factors that influence the effectiveness of a programme.
Fleischman Unit for the Study of Disability, Raanana, Israel.
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Eldar
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Ronen
D003625:Data Collection; D006739:Hospital Administration / Q000592:standards*; D007557:Israel; D010043:Outcome and Process Assessment, Health Care / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D016730:Program Development / Q000379:methods / Q000592:standards; D011785:Quality Assurance, Health Care / Q000458:organization & administration*