Using Graphs to Analyze and Share Performance Data

Review of graphical tools for use in analysis and presentation of quality improvement data.

Learning Objectives

  • Define performance measurement,
  • Describe the purpose of performance measurement for quality improvement,
  • List steps in the process of performance measurement.
  • Describe six core graphical tools to analyze improvement data including the run chart, control chart, histogram, Pareto chart, scatter plot and two-way table.
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