Evidence Based Practice

Question 1

What is the aim of audits

Answer 1

• check to see if lab can do what it says
• give accurate results to tests and allow correct interpretation
• find where improvements can be made
• can also lead to changing of testing methodology

Question 2

What are the 8 steps in the audit cycle

Answer 2

• Select topic
• Agree standards for best practice
• Data collection
• Analysts and reporting
• Make recommendations
• Implement change
• Re-audit

Question 3

What are the 3 types of audit

Answer 3

Vertical (follow sample through process from start to end)
Horizontal (specific method)
Examination (person)

Question 4

What does the audit programme have to be

Answer 4

Specific 
Timely 
Realistic
Achievable 
Measurable