INTEGRATING SIX-SIGMA AND HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT CIRCLES IN REDUCING THE NEEDLE STICKING

Sen-Ji Chen, Frank F. C. Pan and Hsuen C. H. Chen

Global Journal of Business Research, 2008, vol. 2, issue 2, 87-95

Abstract: Six-Sigma (SS) is a managerial philosophy used in detecting the error rate of a particular (set) of activities. This research applies six sigma concepts in dealing with troublesome needle-stick events that occurred in a Taiwan hospital. This research integrates several advanced managerial instruments into one framework, grounded in Continuous Quality Improvement and Total Quality Management. This framework combines Six-Sigma and Health Quality Improvement circle practices. The project suggests preparing a needle-recapping stand and appropriate training on its use. When the stand was implemented in a Taiwan hospital the accident rate decrease significantly.

JEL-codes: I12 I18 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2008
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