Which statement, made by a staff nurse, reflects correct identification of the primary goal of quality improvement (QI)?

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1. Quality improvement may save the hospital money, especially in the long term, but this is not the primary goal of the process.
2. Quality improvement may result in more efficient work, but this is not the primary goal of the process.
3. While quality improvement may result in everyone being happier and more satisfied with care, this is not the primary goal of the process.
4. The primary goal of the QI process is to improve patient outcomes.

Which Statement, Made by a Staff Nurse, Reflects Correct Identification