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Jul 1, 2008 · In our review of the literature, we found 12 articles that critically examine the RCA process without the use of measurement. These studies discuss weaknesses of the RCA process as well as barriers to its use and implementation.
- Katherine B. Percarpio, B. Vince Watts, William B. Weeks, William B. Weeks
- 2008
Objectives: The aim of this systematic review was to consolidate studies to determine whether root cause analysis (RCA) is an adequate method to decrease recurrence of avoidable adverse events (AAEs).
- Jimmy Martin-Delgado, Alba Martínez-García, Jesús María Aranaz, José L Valencia-Martín, José Joaquín...
- 2020
May 15, 2020 · Objectives: The aim of this systematic review was to consolidate studies to determine whether Root Cause Analysis (RCA) is an adequate method to decrease recurrence of avoidable adverse events...
Root Cause Analysis (RCA) is an analytical tool used by hospitals in quality improvement and patient safety efforts. While hospitals have widely embraced RCA, the effectiveness of the RCA process has been questioned in recent years.
- Alexa J Karkhanis, Jon M Thompson, Jon M Thompson
- 2021
Jul 1, 2008 · Studies use quantitative and qualitative measurement as well as experience-based knowledge to assess the effectiveness of RCA. Three articles use clinical outcome measures, and eight use process measures to determine the impact of RCA or attitudes toward the analysis process (Table 1, page 393).
- Katherine B. Percarpio, B. Vince Watts, William B. Weeks, William B. Weeks
- 2008
Jun 5, 2020 · To evaluate the effectiveness of root cause analysis (RCA) recommendations and propose possible ways to enhance its quality in Hong Kong public hospitals. A retrospective cross-sectional study was performed across 43 public hospitals and institutes in Hong Kong, reviewing RCA reports of all Sentinel Events and Serious Untoward Events within a ...
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The purpose of this article is to explore the dynamics of root cause analysis (RCA) and the applicability of the ‘5W + 1H’ (what, why, when where, who, how) technique, which is used by many managers in understanding a problem to define the root cause.
