Book Description

The 2002-2003 CAMPCLS is an essential resource for survey preparation and self-assessment. Your all-in-one source for accreditation information for Standards Intent statements Examples of evidence of performance Examples of implementation Scoring questions Scoring caps Decision rules The 2002-2003 CAMPCLS has been expanded with new information that will help make the accreditation process more straightforward. Updated appendices, with new information for retention times, assisted reproductive technology, in-vitro fertilization, and cardiopulmonary perfusion testing. New examples of implementation reflecting the latest changes in the laboratory field will give you practical strategies, activities, and processes to help you meet the standards. Important revisions to quality control and environment of care standards. The 2002-2003 CAMPCLS also contains additional valuable information you've come to expect: Accreditation participation requirements Accreditation policies and procedures Performance reports with new accreditation decision categories Sentinel events and patient safety The 2002-2003 CAMPCLS offers the most comprehensive, state-of-the-art standards in the laboratory field, written in language that all staff will find easy to understand. Standards, intent statements, examples of implementation, examples of evidence of performance, scoring, and aggregation rules are organized logically so it's easy to follow the requirements and how to meet them. Space is available for you to take notes as you conduct ongoing performance improvement activities and prepare for survey.