Implementation Of Quality Control Circle Research Articles

A Systematic Literature Review of Implementation Quality Control Circle in Manufacturing and Services Industries

A quality control circle (QCC) is a group of workers who do the same or similar work, who meet regularly to identify, analyze, and solve work-related problems. This paper is a literature review on the role of QCC in enhancing work safety in the manufacturing and services industry. This paper explores how quality control circles (QCC) enhance work safety in a firm manufacturing environment. The method used is reviewing inquiry papers that use QCC consistently. The findings of this study can be considered as a roadmap for the successful implementation of QCC in all industries. The results obtained contribute to advances on QCC research for identifying that the concepts sustainable of quality manufacturing and service industries can enable quality to have positive impacts on all the sustainability dimensions in an integrated way, and also supporting the implementation of the quality plan in the following aspects: continues improvement; quality management; management improvement. In essence, these research results will help management make crucial decisions and resource allocations required to make the QCC implementation a succes.

The application of quality control circle to improve the quality of samples: A SQUIRE-compliant quality-improving study.

Since its application in medical institutions in China, quality control circle (QCC) has gained achievements in medical care and thus earned more attention from the administrative department of health.In order to improve the quality of laboratory specimens, we launched a QCC activity to solve the problems and evaluate the effect of it. The data of 30,105 unqualified specimens in our hospital were collected from February to June 2017. After the QCC activity, the data of 43,125 specimens taken from July to December 2017 were collected.The defect rate of the specimens before the QCC activity was 0.98% (297/30105), and after the QCC activity, it was 0.45% (193/43125), showing a significant statistical difference (P < .05). The achievement rate and improvement rate were 108.2% and 54.1%, respectively.After the implementation of QCC, the defect rate of specimens in clinical laboratories was significantly decreased, and the intangible factors were also improved, which demonstrated the positive effects of QCC on the quality control of specimens.

Application of quality control circle in the treatment of moderate cancer pain in inpatients.

Pain is one of the most common and intolerable symptoms in cancer patients. But cancer pain control is still negative in China. This paper explores the application of quality control circle in the treatment of cancer pain in inpatients to improve the quality of life of patients with cancer pain. Established a quality control circle group to analyze the current status of cancer pain control in inpatients with moderate cancer pain, set goals, formulate corresponding countermeasures and implement and review them in stages. The plan-do-check-act method was cyclically applied. The Brief Pain Inventory was used to evaluate the cancer pain status of patients with cancer pain hospitalized before (January to April 2016) and after (September to December 2016) the implementation of quality control circle activities. The pain control effect of the observation group was significantly better than that of the control group. The mean (standard deviation) of pain severity and pain interference in the observation group were significantly lower than those in the control group (6.21 [2.86] vs 4.31 [2.25], 10.54 [4.10] vs 7.25 [3.77]). There was significant difference after the implementation of quality control circle (P<0.01). Quality control circle activities are used to manage patients with cancer pain, to improve the situation of pain control and to improve the quality of life of patients. This management tool and method is worthy of clinical promotion and application.

Effect analysis of quality control circle by doctor-nurses in reducing the incidence of muscle spasms in blood dialysis patients

Objective To reduce the incidence of muscle spasm during hemodialysis by using the management method of the quality control circle (QCC) . Methods QCC team was founded to determine the theme and plan events. Brainstorming was used to develop countermeasures. Countermeasures implementation was divided into four stages and verification conducted, so as to ensure clear countermeasure effectiveness. The patients confirmed the effect and the team members performed self-evaluation. Results After QCC management mode, muscle cramps patient during dialysis incidence dropped to 2.3%, decreased significantly compared with that before implementing countermeasures (P<0.05) . After the implementation of quality control circle, circle members self-evaluation 8 content, in which seven scores were higher than the previous implementation with a statistically significant difference (P<0.05) . Conclusions The quality control circle pattern can significantly reduce the incidence of muscle spasms, improve the professional level as well as the ability to work in all the medical staff, and bring a new operating mode for future health care work. Key words: Hemodialysis; Muscle spasms; Quality control circle; Combination of doctors and nurses

Application of quality control circle in the off-bed activities at the early stage after the funnel chest operation

Objective To explore the application effect of quality control circle(QCC) in improving the compliance of off-bed activities at the early stage after the funnel chest operation. Methods The quality control circle group was set up, with the theme of improving the compliance of off-bed activities at the early stage after the funnel chest .The relevant factors were analyzed and countermeasures were formulated and implemented as well.Standardized processes were set up on the basis of the combination of the confirmed effects and the clinical practices for the continuous improvement. Results The compliance of off-bed activities at the early stage after the funnel chest operation was improved from 13.3% to 56.7%(target value 53.5%)(P<0.05). In addition, constipation and complication was both improved to some extent after the implementation of quality control circle, the comprehensive scores of QC ability of the team rose from (19.50±4.116)to(2.42±4.158)(P<0.05). Conclusions The implementation of QCC improves the compliance of off-bed activities at the early stage after the funnel chest operation, reduces constipation and promotes the patients' rehabilitation.Meanwhile it improves the quality of nursing service, which not only enhances nursing quality and benefits in the construction of nursing team. Key words: Quality control circle; Children; Compliance; Nursing quality

Quality control circle in improving the acceptance of nurses to PDA

Objective To investigate application and effects of quality control circle in improving the acceptance of nurses to PDA. Methods Group of quality control circle was established to improve acceptance of nurses to in Elderly Cardiovascular Department of the First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University in July 2015. Current situation investigation was done and target value was set. It was reported that the main reason for the low acceptance of nurses to PDA included unstable wireless network, nurses' unfamiliar with the software, attitudes of nurses to partners, improving the efficiency of nursing work, inconvenience of carrying PDA. Countermeasures were designed for the main reason, organized and implemented. Results After the implementation of quality control circle, the acceptance rate of nurses to PDA increased from 69.8% to 93.45% which achieved the aim rate of 90.42%. Usefulness, ease of use and learn ability, rate of trust and satisfaction in the application of PDA in nurses were better than before the implementation. Conclusions Application of quality control circle improves the acceptance of nurses to PDA and provides evidences for further promoting the usage of mobile nursing information system. Key words: Nurses; Quality control circle; Mobile nursing; Information system; Acceptance

Application effect of QCC on reducing the error rate of intake and output documentation

Objective To investigate the effect of quality control circle (QCC) in reducing the error rate of intake and output (I/O) in 24 h. Methods We formed QCC team and set the theme as Reducing the error rate of intake and output documentation . QCC principles were used, such as analyzing current situation, setting objectives, making and implementing improvement measures and standardization, to reach the aim of reducing error rate. The error rate and the nurses′ capacity of I/O were recorded before and after implementation of QCC. Meanwhile, we surveyed the satisfaction of patients. Results After QCC application, the error rate in I/O declined from 32.5% to 9.64% (χ2=43.979, P<0.05); nurses′ scores in knowledge and skill were higher (χ2=9.143, P<0.05); patients were satisfied with the improvements from 62.5% to 93.75% (t=16.977, P<0.05). Conclusions The application of QCC can improve the related ability of nurses, and reduce the error rate of I/O documentation. Key words: Nurses; Intake and output documentation; Quality control circle

Application of quality control circle in reducing incidence rate of pressure ulcers in elderly patients whose Braden scale ≤16

Objective To explore the application and effect of quality control circle in reducing incidence rate of pressure ulcers in elderly patients whose Braden scale ≤16. Methods The actual reasons in elderly patients with pressure ulcers were found through the application of quality control circle method, which included the following six aspects: single prevention equipment of pressure ulcers; imperfect execution path of prevention measures of pressure ulcers; imperfect prevention process of special patients with pressure ulcers; not improve the risk assessment content of pressure ulcers in time; no educational manual of pressure ulcers prevention with pictures; new progress in pressure ulcer prevention knowledge training of not reach the designated position. According to the true cause, countermeasures were made and standardized management was implementation, and quality improvement was continued. According to the true cause, corresponding measures were formulated and implemented, and the standardized management system was maintained. Results After the implementation of quality control circle, the incidence rate of elderly patients with pressure ulcers whose Braden scale ≤16 points was decreased from 6.06% to 2.19% after the implementation of quality control circle. Conclusions The application of quality control circle method in security management of elderly patients whose Braden score ≤ 16 points, can reduce the incidence rate of pressure ulcers in elderly patients whose Braden scale ≤ 16, and also can improve the quality of nursing, circle member work enthusiasm, creative thinking, responsibility and honor, QCC technique application and team spirit. Key words: Elderly patients; Pressure ulcers; Quality control circle; Braden score

Application effects of quality control circle (QCC) in neurosurgery nursing scientific research

Objective To explore the application effects of QCC to the neurosurgery nursing scientific research. Methods We established the QCC activity team in 2013, identified the theme of improving the ability of neurosurgery nursing scientific and analyzed the reasons of problems regarding the neurosurgery nursing research before the establishment of QCC; then we set targets, and formulated and implemented the corresponding measures. We compared the implementation of neurosurgery nursing research before (2012) and after the establishment of QCC. Results The total number of published article was 24 after the QCC, and it was 10 before the QCC (χ2=11.53, P<0.05); all the team members had gained an improvement in understanding QCC and in the ability of operating QCC; the power of execution had been improved as well. Additionally, the ability of teamwork, group cohesiveness, and nursing professional diathesis, confidence, and initiative had also been improved and increased. Conclusions The implementation of QCC can improve research awareness of nursing staff members, nursing research ability and writing level of thesis, so as to improve the quality of care in our department. Key words: Neurosurgery Department; Nursing research; QCC activity

Effect of quality control circle on reducing incidence of fecal incontinence dermatitis of intensive care unit patients

Objective To investigate the effect of quality control circle on reducing incidence of fecal incontinence dermatitis of intensive care unit (ICU) patients. Methods Quality control circle team was set up and theme was determined then retrospective analysis was carried out for the occurrence of defect in patients with fecal incontinence dermatitis from January to May 2014 before quality control circle activities. Occurrence reasons were explored and corrective measures were formulated and implemented.After the implementation of quality control circle,the occurrence of defect from June to October 2014 was observed. Results After the implementation of quality control circle,the occurrence of fecal incontinence dermatitis reduced from 24.5%(24/98) to 10.4% (10/96) and the difference was statistically significant,χ2=6.65,P<0.05. Conclusion Quality control circle is effective for reducing the occurrence of ICU fecal incontinence dermatitis and continual improvement of nursing quality. Key words: Intensive care units; Quality control circle; Fecal incontinence dermatitis

Effect of quality control circle activity in reducing the proportion of low body temperature in patients with transurethral resection of the prostate

Objective To study the QCC application effect on reducing the proportion of low body temperature in patients after transurethral resection of the prostate. Methods Established quality control circle group, determined the theme Reducing cutting in patients with low body temperature rate of transurethral vaporization of . Investigated and analyzed the present situation of transurethral resection of the prostate of patients with low body temperature. Then, set goals, formulated corresponding measures and organized their implementation. Compared the rates of the incidence of low body temperature before and after the implementation of QCC. Results After the implementation of quality control circle activity, the rate of the incidence of low body temperature declined from 57.5% to 15.0% among patients after transurethral resection of the prostate, and the rate of accomplishment was 125.7%. And the difference was statistically significant(χ2=15.63, P<0.01). Conclusions Application of quality control circle activities not only can reduce the incidence of transurethral resection of the prostate of patients with low body temperature, but also improve the comprehensive ability of quality control circle members. Key words: Transurethral resection of the prostate(TURP); Quality Control Circle(QCC); Hypothermia

Research and practice of management of preoperative examination based on quality control circle

Objective To investigate the effect of implementation of QCC (quality control circle) in management of preoperative examination.Methods Through analysis of the common factors of patients' preoperative examination,the QCC was used to manage every parts of preoperative examination,and the nursing process of preoperative examination for resident patients was formulated.The effect of nursing management of preoperative examination before and after the implementation of QCC was investigated and compared.Results The result showed that the degree of satisfaction was significantly higher than before,and the risk incident was significantly lower than before.Conclusions To carry out QCC could improve the efficiency of preoperative examination and the patients' safety,as well as enhance the awareness of the nursing management. Key words: QCC; Resident patients; Preoperative examination; Efficiency; Safety

品管圈在老年糖尿病健康教育中的应用

Objective: To study the application effect of the quality control circle on health education in elderly patients with diabetes mellitus. Methods: First set up quality management circle. Analyze the reason that influences health education level in elderly patients with diabetes, formulate relevant countermeasures and implementation, and compare the situation before and after the implementation of quality control circle. Results: The observation group of patients with diabetes related knowledge and skills, the satisfaction rate of nursing work is higher than the control group ( P < 0.05). Conclusion: The quality control circle activities for health education of the elderly diabetes patients were significant, but also improved the quality circle member of the team spirit and management ability.

Quality control circle for reducing risk of accidental falls of elderly inpatients

Objective To investigate the effect of quality control circle(QCC) for reducing the risk of accidental falls of elderly inpatients.Methods A relational seminar was organized and a specific QCC group was set up to analyze the risk factors of accidental falls of elderly inpatients.Some specific activites including enhanced training,implementation of regulations,regular inspection,multi-sectoral communication and coordination were carried out.Results After the implementation of QCC,the ratio of accidental falls of elderly inpatients decreased from 0.14％ to 0.05％,with statistical differences (P ＜ 0.005).Conclusions Implementing QCC can make the patients safer,prevent them from accidental falls,and effectively enhance the security management awareness of nurses. Key words: Quality control circle; Hospitalized elderly patients; Accidental fall

Minimalisasi Kekurangan Material melalui Implementasi Quality Control Circle

The revolution of traditional quality management concept into total quality management (TQM) inspired industry for establishing and implementing quality control circle (QCC). Before starting a project as the implementation of the QCC, the training was held for supporting the knowledge of the QCC team. As the pilot project of the QCC, this research will try to minimize the percentage of the lack material in the production process of 8340 type by working together with the QCC team. The result of QCC implementation could reach the target set by the team, the percentage of the lack material reached less than 3%. The percentage of the lack material kontaktarm reduced from 3.09% to 0.00%, flachdrahtspule reduced from 9.20% to 0.40%, and niet reduced from 7.71% to 2.73%. Besides, the implementation of QCC also resulted in positive impact for all the members of the team about the benefits and experiences gained.

(A154) A Comprehensive Thrombolysis Service for Patients with Acute Ischemic Stroke Administered Prehospital and in an Emergency Department in Northern Taiwan

BackgroundGolden time of thrombolysis therapy in acute ischemic stroke is only three hours. Emergency medical services transport and hospital prenotification were not been strengthened in Taiwan.AimsIn order to elevate the medical quality of acute ischemic stroke, we developed a Quality Control Circle (QCC) focused on a comprehensive thrombolysis service for patients with acute ischemic stroke administered pre-hospital and in an emergency department.MethodsQCC activities contained early recognition of acute stroke by EMT, hospital prenotification, early emergency management, activate the stroke team, shorten the time to CT scan and report, and early thromobolytic therapy. There were three policy groups via quality method analysis which these methods aimed to improve the efficiency and quality of management process focused on acute ischemic stroke.ResultsGroup 1: After the implementation of QCC, the number of times of pre-hospital notification was six in Mar. 2010, achieve the expected standard. Group 2: Responses were received from 160 people for the pretest and 145 people for the posttest. In the pretest and posttest analysis, significant improvement in the attitudes of the physician group (p &lt; 0.001) and general behavior (p &lt; 0.001) were disclosed. The case-based educational module of acute stroke was better than the traditional oral lecture especially in the nursing group (p &lt; 0.001). Group 3: The rate of administering thrombolytic therapy/total ischemic stroke increased from 3.1% to 10.5 % (from Mar to Apr, 2010) after running the organized service. These activities reached the goal of expected standard (5%). All above groups were set up into standardization. The thrombolytic rate in effect maintainence was still around 5% eight months later.ConclusionSetting up and running a organized thrombolysis service for patients with acute ischemic stroke prehospital and in the emergency department can be a good method to increase the rate of administration of thrombolytic therapy.

A Case Study on The Implementation of Quality Control Circle In The Production Line of A Manufacturing Company

A Case Study on The Implementation of Quality Control Circle In The Production Line of A Manufacturing Company

Quality Control Circles

This article describes the implementation of Quality (Control Circle (QCC) in Malaysia. The advent and success of QCC in Malaysia will be discussed and an interview with the winner of the Malaysian Prime Minister Award is included as example of the successful implementation of QCC in Malaysia. The importance of QCC as one of the most effective means to improve productivity and quality cannot be over emphasised.