Tracer Methodology: Tips and Strategies for Continuous Systems Improvement

Outlines methodology of the selection of tracer subjects and areas for surveyors during an on-site survey: The Priority Focus Process (PFP) and offers a collection of sample tracers regarding data use, infection control and medication management written by Joint Commission surveyors. "Program-Specific Tracer Examples" found in Chapter 6 are new to this edition and provides information on how continuity of care, continuity of foster//therapeutic foster care, suicide prevention, elopment, violence equipment/supply management, fall reduction, resident-centered care, laboratory integration, patient flow and staffing can be the focus of a tracer in a particular health care setting.