The nurse manager has an adequate understanding of the continuous quality improvement process of Six Sigma when doing which of the following?

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The primary goal of Six Sigma is to increase profits and reduce problems by improving standard operating procedures,reducing errors (not just identifying them),and decreasing misuse of the system.Six Sigma methodology is based on strategies that focus on CQI and reducing variation in practice through the application of DMAIC.In other words,once a protocol is found to be effective,everyone is trained to do it the same way.The Six Sigma DMAIC process (define,measure,analyze,improve,control)is used primarily for improving existing processes that do not meet institutional goals or national norms.Although patient-provider communication is important,it is not the primary goal of Six Sigma.

The Nurse Manager Has an Adequate Understanding of the Continuous