HQIP, 9 February 2017 [Optional Registration]
- The Guidance considers the important ethical considerations when undertaking an audit or Quality Improvement (QI) project, in terms of robust processes, programme management, accountability, and organisational processes.
- The Guidance recommends that every QI activity or clinical audit meets the following criteria: favourable benefit/risk balance, scientifically valid, equitable and reflecting priorities, values, and awareness of conflict of obligation to patients.
