| Research | Quality Improvement |
|---|---|
| Form and test hypotheses | Focus on systems and processes |
| Systematically study a problem of interest following a structured protocol | Establish measures to determine if a specific change actually leads to an improvement in systems and processes |
| Collect, analyze, and interpreter the findings of data collection | Analyze data to improve systems related to processes and outcomes (ie, cost, productivity, quality) |
| Disseminate the findings | Use the findings to improve quality of care |
Chart taken from...
Gregory, K. E. (2015). Differentiating Between Research and Quality Improvement. The Journal of perinatal & neonatal nursing, 29(2), 100-102.
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