Description
Identify a quality improvement opportunity in your organization or practice. In a 1,250-1,500 word paper, describe the problem or issue and propose a quality improvement initiative based on evidence-based practice. Apply “The Road to Evidence-Based Practice” process, illustrated in Chapter 4 of your textbook, to create your proposal.
Include the following:
- Provide an overview the problem and the setting in which the problem or issue occurs.
- Explain why a quality improvement initiative is needed in this area and the expected outcome.
- Discuss how the results of previous research demonstrate support for the quality improvement initiative and its projected outcomes. Include a minimum of three peer-reviewed sources published within the last 5 years, not included in the course materials or textbook, that establish evidence in support of the quality improvement proposed.
- Discuss steps necessary to implement the quality improvement initiative. Provide evidence and rationale to support your answer.
- Explain how the quality improvement initiative will be evaluated to determine whether there was improvement.
- Support your explanation by identifying the variables, hypothesis test, and statistical test that you would need to prove that the quality improvement initiative succeeded.
While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
Course Code
HLT-362V
Class Code
HLT-362V-O501
Criteria
Content
Percentage
70.0%
Problem or Issue in Practice or Organization
5.0%
Problem or Issue in Practice or Organization
Significance of Quality Improvement in Practice
or Organization
10.0%
Demonstration of Support From Previous
Research
15.0%
Steps Necessary to Implement Quality
Improvement Initiative
15.0%
Evaluation of Quality Improvement
15.0%
Identification of Variables, Hypothesis Test, and
Statistical Test
10.0%
Organization and Effectiveness
20.0%
Thesis Development and Purpose
7.0%
Argument Logic and Construction
8.0%
Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling,
punctuation, grammar, language use)
5.0%
Format
10.0%
Paper Format (use of appropriate style for the
major and assignment)
5.0%
Documentation of Sources (citations, footnotes,
references, bibliography, etc., as appropriate to
assignment and style)
5.0%
Total Weightage
100%
Quality Improvement Proposal
Unsatisfactory (0.00%)
Overview of the problem and the setting in which the
problem or issue occurs is not described.
Explanation of why the quality improvement initiative is
needed is omitted.
The use of research to demonstrate support for the quality
improvement initiative and its projected outcomes is
omitted. Three peer-reviewed sources published within the
last 5 years are omitted.
The steps necessary to implement the quality improvement
initiative are omitted.
An explanation for how the quality improvement initiative
will be measured is omitted.
The variables, hypothesis, and statistical tests needed to
prove the quality improvement succeeded are omitted.
Paper lacks any discernible overall purpose or organizing
claim.
Statement of purpose is not justified by the conclusion. The
conclusion does not support the claim made. Argument is
incoherent and uses noncredible sources.
Surface errors are pervasive enough that they impede
communication of meaning. Inappropriate word choice or
sentence construction is used.
Template is not used appropriately, or documentation format
is rarely followed correctly.
Sources are not documented.
150.0
Less than Satisfactory (65.00%)
Overview of the problem and the setting in which the
problem or issue occurs is partially described. More
information is needed to fully understand the problem and
the scope of the organization or practice.
Explanation of why the quality improvement initiative is
needed is partially presented. More information is needed to
understand why the quality improvement is relevant to the
problem or setting. The expected outcome is unclear.
The use of research to demonstrate support for the quality
improvement initiative and its projected outcomes is
incomplete. Overall, the research results do not demonstrate
support for the initiative or projected outcomes. Fewer than
three peer-reviewed sources published within the last 5 years
were used.
The steps necessary to implement the quality improvement
initiative are incomplete. It is unclear how the steps
presented will lead to implementation. More information is
needed.
An explanation for how the quality improvement initiative
will be measured is partially presented. It is unclear how the
evaluation will measure improvement; or it is unclear how
the evaluation relates to the quality improvement initiative.
The variables, hypothesis, and statistical tests needed to
prove the quality improvement succeeded are partially
presented; one is omitted. The proposed elements are not
relevant to proving the quality improvement succeeded.
Thesis is insufficiently developed or vague. Purpose is not
clear.
Sufficient justification of claims is lacking. Argument lacks
consistent unity. There are obvious flaws in the logic. Some
sources have questionable credibility.
Sufficient justification of claims is lacking. Argument lacks
consistent unity. There are obvious flaws in the logic. Some
sources have questionable credibility. Frequent and repetitive
mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in
language choice (register) or word choice are present.
Sentence structure is correct but not varied.
Appropriate template is used, but some elements are missing
or mistaken. A lack of control with formatting is apparent.
Documentation of sources is inconsistent or incorrect, as
appropriate to assignment and style, with numerous
formatting errors.
Satisfactory (75.00%)
Overview of the problem and the setting in which the
problem or issue occurs is summarized. Some information is
needed to fully understand the problem or the scope of the
organization or practice.
Explanation of why the quality improvement initiative is
needed is summarized. Some information is needed to
understand why the quality improvement is relevant to the
problem or setting. The expected outcome is generally
presented.
The use of research to demonstrate support for the quality
improvement initiative and its projected outcomes is
generally presented. The research results generally
demonstrate support for the initiative and projected
outcomes. Three peer-reviewed sources published within the
last 5 years were used.
The steps necessary to implement the quality improvement
initiative are summarized. Some steps are vague. More
evidence or rationale is needed for support.
A general explanation for how the quality improvement
initiative will be measured is summarized. The evaluation is
generally appropriate to the quality improvement initiative.
The variables, hypothesis, and statistical tests needed to
prove the quality improvement succeeded are summarized.
There are inaccuracies.
Thesis is apparent and appropriate to purpose.
Argument is orderly, but may have a few inconsistencies. The
argument presents minimal justification of claims. Argument
logically, but not thoroughly, supports the purpose. Sources
used are credible. Introduction and conclusion bracket the
thesis.
Some mechanical errors or typos are present, but they are
not overly distracting to the reader. Correct and varied
sentence structure and audience-appropriate language are
employed.
Appropriate template is used. Formatting is correct, although
some minor errors may be present.
Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and
style, although some formatting errors may be present.
Good (85.00%)
Overview of the problem and the setting in which the
problem or issue occurs is described. Some detail is need for
clarity.
Explanation of why the quality improvement initiative is
needed is discussed. It appears that the quality improvement
initiative would help address the problem within the
described setting. The expected outcome is described. Some
information or rationale is needed for support or clarity.
The use of research to demonstrate support for the quality
improvement initiative and its projected outcomes is
presented. The research results demonstrate support for the
initiative and projected outcomes. The three peer-reviewed
sources meet all assignment criteria.
The steps necessary to implement the quality improvement
initiative are discussed. Some evidence or rationale is needed
for support or clarity.
An explanation for how the quality improvement initiative
will be measured is presented. The evaluation is appropriate
to the quality improvement initiative.
The variables, hypothesis, and statistical tests needed to
prove the quality improvement succeeded are presented.
Overall, the proposed elements are relevant to proving the
quality improvement succeeded.
Thesis is clear and forecasts the development of the paper.
Thesis is descriptive and reflective of the arguments and
appropriate to the purpose.
Argument shows logical progression. Techniques of
argumentation are evident. There is a smooth progression of
claims from introduction to conclusion. Most sources are
authoritative.
Prose is largely free of mechanical errors, although a few may
be present. The writer uses a variety of effective sentence
structures and figures of speech.
Appropriate template is fully used. There are virtually no
errors in formatting style.
Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and
style, and format is mostly correct.
Excellent (100.00%)
Overview of the problem and the setting in which the
problem or issue occurs is described in detail.
Explanation of why the quality improvement initiative is need
is clearly discussed. The quality improvement initiative would
help address the problem within the described setting
presented. The expected outcome is thoroughly described.
Overall, the explanation is clear and well supported.
The use of research to demonstrate support for the quality
improvement initiative and its projected outcomes is clearly
presented. The research results strongly demonstrate
support for the initiative and projected outcomes. The three
peer-reviewed sources meet all assignment criteria and
provide critical support for the initiative.
The steps necessary to implement the quality improvement
initiative are thoroughly discussed. The implantation steps
are well supported with evidence and rationale.
An explanation for how the quality improvement initiative
will be measured is presented in detail. The evaluation is
appropriate to the quality improvement initiative. Evaluation
proposed is well supported.
The variables, hypothesis, and statistical tests needed to
prove the quality improvement succeeded are presented and
accurate. The proposed elements will prove whether the
quality improvement succeeded.
Comments
Thesis is comprehensive and contains the essence of the
paper. Thesis statement makes the purpose of the paper
clear.
Clear and convincing argument presents a persuasive claim in
a distinctive and compelling manner. All sources are
authoritative.
Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic
English.
All format elements are correct.
Sources are completely and correctly documented, as
appropriate to assignment and style, and format is free of
error.
Points Earned
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HLT-362V
Class Code
HLT-362V-O501
Criteria
Content
Percentage
70.0%
Problem or Issue in Practice or Organization
5.0%
Problem or Issue in Practice or Organization
Significance of Quality Improvement in Practice
or Organization
10.0%
Demonstration of Support From Previous
Research
15.0%
Steps Necessary to Implement Quality
Improvement Initiative
15.0%
Evaluation of Quality Improvement
15.0%
Identification of Variables, Hypothesis Test, and
Statistical Test
10.0%
Organization and Effectiveness
20.0%
Thesis Development and Purpose
7.0%
Argument Logic and Construction
8.0%
Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling,
punctuation, grammar, language use)
5.0%
Format
10.0%
Paper Format (use of appropriate style for the
major and assignment)
5.0%
Documentation of Sources (citations, footnotes,
references, bibliography, etc., as appropriate to
assignment and style)
5.0%
Total Weightage
100%
Quality Improvement Proposal
Unsatisfactory (0.00%)
Overview of the problem and the setting in which the
problem or issue occurs is not described.
Explanation of why the quality improvement initiative is
needed is omitted.
The use of research to demonstrate support for the quality
improvement initiative and its projected outcomes is
omitted. Three peer-reviewed sources published within the
last 5 years are omitted.
The steps necessary to implement the quality improvement
initiative are omitted.
An explanation for how the quality improvement initiative
will be measured is omitted.
The variables, hypothesis, and statistical tests needed to
prove the quality improvement succeeded are omitted.
Paper lacks any discernible overall purpose or organizing
claim.
Statement of purpose is not justified by the conclusion. The
conclusion does not support the claim made. Argument is
incoherent and uses noncredible sources.
Surface errors are pervasive enough that they impede
communication of meaning. Inappropriate word choice or
sentence construction is used.
Template is not used appropriately, or documentation format
is rarely followed correctly.
Sources are not documented.
150.0
Less than Satisfactory (65.00%)
Overview of the problem and the setting in which the
problem or issue occurs is partially described. More
information is needed to fully understand the problem and
the scope of the organization or practice.
Explanation of why the quality improvement initiative is
needed is partially presented. More information is needed to
understand why the quality improvement is relevant to the
problem or setting. The expected outcome is unclear.
The use of research to demonstrate support for the quality
improvement initiative and its projected outcomes is
incomplete. Overall, the research results do not demonstrate
support for the initiative or projected outcomes. Fewer than
three peer-reviewed sources published within the last 5 years
were used.
The steps necessary to implement the quality improvement
initiative are incomplete. It is unclear how the steps
presented will lead to implementation. More information is
needed.
An explanation for how the quality improvement initiative
will be measured is partially presented. It is unclear how the
evaluation will measure improvement; or it is unclear how
the evaluation relates to the quality improvement initiative.
The variables, hypothesis, and statistical tests needed to
prove the quality improvement succeeded are partially
presented; one is omitted. The proposed elements are not
relevant to proving the quality improvement succeeded.
Thesis is insufficiently developed or vague. Purpose is not
clear.
Sufficient justification of claims is lacking. Argument lacks
consistent unity. There are obvious flaws in the logic. Some
sources have questionable credibility.
Sufficient justification of claims is lacking. Argument lacks
consistent unity. There are obvious flaws in the logic. Some
sources have questionable credibility. Frequent and repetitive
mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in
language choice (register) or word choice are present.
Sentence structure is correct but not varied.
Appropriate template is used, but some elements are missing
or mistaken. A lack of control with formatting is apparent.
Documentation of sources is inconsistent or incorrect, as
appropriate to assignment and style, with numerous
formatting errors.
Satisfactory (75.00%)
Overview of the problem and the setting in which the
problem or issue occurs is summarized. Some information is
needed to fully understand the problem or the scope of the
organization or practice.
Explanation of why the quality improvement initiative is
needed is summarized. Some information is needed to
understand why the quality improvement is relevant to the
problem or setting. The expected outcome is generally
presented.
The use of research to demonstrate support for the quality
improvement initiative and its projected outcomes is
generally presented. The research results generally
demonstrate support for the initiative and projected
outcomes. Three peer-reviewed sources published within the
last 5 years were used.
The steps necessary to implement the quality improvement
initiative are summarized. Some steps are vague. More
evidence or rationale is needed for support.
A general explanation for how the quality improvement
initiative will be measured is summarized. The evaluation is
generally appropriate to the quality improvement initiative.
The variables, hypothesis, and statistical tests needed to
prove the quality improvement succeeded are summarized.
There are inaccuracies.
Thesis is apparent and appropriate to purpose.
Argument is orderly, but may have a few inconsistencies. The
argument presents minimal justification of claims. Argument
logically, but not thoroughly, supports the purpose. Sources
used are credible. Introduction and conclusion bracket the
thesis.
Some mechanical errors or typos are present, but they are
not overly distracting to the reader. Correct and varied
sentence structure and audience-appropriate language are
employed.
Appropriate template is used. Formatting is correct, although
some minor errors may be present.
Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and
style, although some formatting errors may be present.
Good (85.00%)
Overview of the problem and the setting in which the
problem or issue occurs is described. Some detail is need for
clarity.
Explanation of why the quality improvement initiative is
needed is discussed. It appears that the quality improvement
initiative would help address the problem within the
described setting. The expected outcome is described. Some
information or rationale is needed for support or clarity.
The use of research to demonstrate support for the quality
improvement initiative and its projected outcomes is
presented. The research results demonstrate support for the
initiative and projected outcomes. The three peer-reviewed
sources meet all assignment criteria.
The steps necessary to implement the quality improvement
initiative are discussed. Some evidence or rationale is needed
for support or clarity.
An explanation for how the quality improvement initiative
will be measured is presented. The evaluation is appropriate
to the quality improvement initiative.
The variables, hypothesis, and statistical tests needed to
prove the quality improvement succeeded are presented.
Overall, the proposed elements are relevant to proving the
quality improvement succeeded.
Thesis is clear and forecasts the development of the paper.
Thesis is descriptive and reflective of the arguments and
appropriate to the purpose.
Argument shows logical progression. Techniques of
argumentation are evident. There is a smooth progression of
claims from introduction to conclusion. Most sources are
authoritative.
Prose is largely free of mechanical errors, although a few may
be present. The writer uses a variety of effective sentence
structures and figures of speech.
Appropriate template is fully used. There are virtually no
errors in formatting style.
Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and
style, and format is mostly correct.
Excellent (100.00%)
Overview of the problem and the setting in which the
problem or issue occurs is described in detail.
Explanation of why the quality improvement initiative is need
is clearly discussed. The quality improvement initiative would
help address the problem within the described setting
presented. The expected outcome is thoroughly described.
Overall, the explanation is clear and well supported.
The use of research to demonstrate support for the quality
improvement initiative and its projected outcomes is clearly
presented. The research results strongly demonstrate
support for the initiative and projected outcomes. The three
peer-reviewed sources meet all assignment criteria and
provide critical support for the initiative.
The steps necessary to implement the quality improvement
initiative are thoroughly discussed. The implantation steps
are well supported with evidence and rationale.
An explanation for how the quality improvement initiative
will be measured is presented in detail. The evaluation is
appropriate to the quality improvement initiative. Evaluation
proposed is well supported.
The variables, hypothesis, and statistical tests needed to
prove the quality improvement succeeded are presented and
accurate. The proposed elements will prove whether the
quality improvement succeeded.
Comments
Thesis is comprehensive and contains the essence of the
paper. Thesis statement makes the purpose of the paper
clear.
Clear and convincing argument presents a persuasive claim in
a distinctive and compelling manner. All sources are
authoritative.
Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic
English.
All format elements are correct.
Sources are completely and correctly documented, as
appropriate to assignment and style, and format is free of
error.
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