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  1. Which methodology is most commonly used in healthcare quality improvement to define, measure, analyze, improve, and control processes?

    Answer: DMAIC

    DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) is the core Six Sigma methodology widely applied to healthcare quality improvement initiatives.

  2. In a quality management system for medical devices, what does a 'nonconformance report' (NCR) document?

    Answer: Any product, process, or service that fails to meet specified requirements

    An NCR formally documents any instance where a product, process, or service does not meet defined specifications or quality standards.

  3. What is the primary purpose of a root cause analysis (RCA) following a medical device failure?

    Answer: To identify the fundamental reason the failure occurred and prevent recurrence

    RCA aims to uncover the underlying systemic cause of a failure so that corrective actions can eliminate recurrence rather than just address symptoms.

  4. Which statistical process control (SPC) chart is best suited for monitoring the proportion of defective items in a process?

    Answer: p-chart

    A p-chart monitors the proportion (fraction) of nonconforming or defective units in a sample over time.

  5. Under the FDA Quality System Regulation (21 CFR Part 820), what is required when a corrective action is implemented?

    Answer: Verification that the corrective action was effective and did not adversely affect the finished device

    21 CFR Part 820.100 requires manufacturers to verify or validate corrective actions to ensure they are effective and do not create new problems.

  6. A clinical engineer conducting an audit finds that preventive maintenance completion rates dropped from 95% to 78% over one quarter. Which first step is most appropriate?

    Answer: Perform a gap analysis to identify specific equipment categories or timeframes driving the decline

    A gap analysis pinpoints where the shortfall is occurring so that targeted corrective actions can be developed rather than applying blanket changes.