What is a Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) cycle and how is it used in healthcare quality improvement?

What is a Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) cycle and how is it used in healthcare quality improvement?

• A. A model for patient scheduling optimization.
• B. A four-step model for testing change: plan a change, implement it, study results, act on what is learned to refine or implement.
• C. A five-step model for auditing finances in healthcare.
• D. A method for classifying diseases.

Answer: (B)