Management of CareQuestion 2274 of 2368
Which statement best describes a quality improvement (QI) project, as compared with nursing research?
- It aims to discover new innovations in nursing practice
- It always requires approval and a long timeline like a clinical trial
- It evaluates processes already in place and decides whether changes are needed
- It compares published studies that ask similar questions
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Correct answer: It evaluates processes already in place and decides whether changes are needed
QI looks at current processes, while research aims to identify new innovations in nursing practice.
Source: Nursing Management and Professional Concepts, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2024), Quality and Evidence-based Practice: Quality Improvement. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Management of Care"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026