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A E Kobs

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PubMed1999

Does the "C" in JCAHO stand for change?

A retrospective of joint Commission changes from its early days to the present is provided in this column. How the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Health care Organizations evolved from the American College of Surgeons initiative to standardize hospital systems and equipment is discussed. Structural standards developed into important functions that crossed departments within an organization. Discussion of the current initiatives and future challenges to improve care to the public is included.

Health Care Reform↗
PubMed1999

The joint commission. The future of the nurse executive: a standards focus.

A retrospective of joint Commission changes from it's early days to the present is provided in this column. How the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations evolved from the American College of Surgeons initiative to standardize hospital systems and equipment is discussed. Structural standards developed into important functions that crossed departments within an organization. Discussion of the current initiatives and future challenges to improve care to the public is included.

Humans↗
PubMed1992

The Joint Commission and quality patient outcomes: role of materiel management.

Again, employee orientation and ongoing education are crucial. The orientation should include not only cover protection of the employee but protection and management of supplies as they reach the consumer. The consultative role of the infection control person is also valuable, especially with regard to sterilizers and to sterilization and equipment management. Employees also need to understand the principles of effective sterilization, disinfection, and basic sanitation. There also need to be documented maintenance and surveillance of sterilization equipment.

Costs and Cost Analysis↗
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Getting started on benchmarking.

Benchmarking is one of the methods used in continuous quality improvement and other fiscal and clinical effectiveness programs. This article was prepared as a resource for nurses in practice. It provides an overview of benchmarking, including definitions, process, and nursing practice considerations.

Benchmarking↗