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    • Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) cycles are fundamental to quality improvement (QI) in healthcare.
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    • The application of simulation within QI methodologies is underutilized.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review the fundamentals of PDSA cycles.
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    • To provide guidance on when and how to use simulation for QI projects.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of PDSA cycle principles.
    • Exploration of simulation's versatility in QI.
    • Presentation of practical examples and decision-making criteria for simulation use in QI.

    Main Results:

    • Simulation can be effectively incorporated into all phases of PDSA cycles.
    • Simulation offers a viable alternative for testing changes when clinical environments are unsuitable.
    • Guidance is provided for practitioners on applying simulation to diverse QI initiatives.

    Conclusions:

    • Simulation is a powerful, versatile tool for healthcare quality improvement.
    • Integrating simulation into PDSA cycles can overcome limitations of real-world testing.
    • Increased familiarity and application of simulation in QI can enhance healthcare practices.