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Understanding quality control

P A GaNun1

  • 1Middlesex Hospital, Middletown, CT.

Radiologic Technology
|September 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

Quality control (QC) programs demonstrate professional competency by focusing on processes, not individuals. Developing effective QC ensures the consistent production of acceptable radiographs, proving operational competence.

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Area of Science:

  • Radiography
  • Quality Management

Background:

  • Defining "quality" is challenging, but professional competency is universally understood.
  • Established rules and guidelines aim to ensure competency within professional fields.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To emphasize the importance of quality control (QC) in demonstrating professional competency.
  • To advocate for the development of QC programs focused on process improvement.

Main Methods:

  • Quality control is presented as a method to demonstrate competency.
  • The focus is on process evaluation rather than individual performance.

Main Results:

  • QC programs are a practical means to showcase professional competence.
  • Effective QC demonstrates competence in business operations, specifically in producing acceptable radiographs.

Conclusions:

  • Competency is a clear concept, essential for professional practice.
  • Quality control programs are crucial for validating and maintaining professional competency in radiography.

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