Which feature makes a clinical audit more dependable?
Correct answer: A. Using agreed criteria and applying them consistently to patient records
- A. Using agreed criteria and applying them consistently to patient records
- B. Selecting only records that are easiest for the audit team to obtain
- C. Changing the criteria during review when results seem unfavourable
- D. Relying mainly on staff impressions instead of documented evidence
Explanation
A clinical audit compares documented practice with previously agreed standards using consistent criteria. Convenience samples, changing standards, and opinions can produce biased or unreliable findings.
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