Describe how HIM would use the PDCA model to implement the proposed revisions to Happy Health Hospital's fall prevention policy. Be sure to explain the process, communication methods, and action plan for successfully implementing the proposed policy changes. How would the proposed policy revisions address data integrity to include validity, reliability, and quality strategies? Also, be sure to follow and include regulatory guidelines to support your recommendations.

Here is the current Happy Health Hospital policy below:

Purpose of Policy To reduce the incidence of falls among community and health system patients and to reduce the risk of harm resulting from falls Dare Guidelines Create a safe physical environment and institute general fall prevention interventions. Key Outcomes 1. Reduction in fall rates 2. Reduction in injuries resulting from falls 3. Reduction of repeat falls Fall Assessment and Documentation, p-er Patient Type Inpatient: Fall risk assessment must be completed and documented within 3 days of admission. upon transfer to another level of care, or when a change in condition occurs. Emergency: Fall risk assessment must be completed and documented within 3 days of admission. If at risk, will be assisted with elimination and mobility needs. and other patient-specic interventions will be initiated. Surgical: Fall risk assessment must be completed and documented within 3 days, upon transfer to another level of care. or when a change in condition occurs. Medication Prole Review and Documentation All patient medications must be reviewed for appropriateness by a nurse or doctor within 24 hours of admission. 1v'ital Signs and Documentation All patient vital signs must be taken and documented within 24 hours of admission. Physician Office Practices Patientwill be assessed for fall risk as appropriate to the reason for the office visit, utilizing encounter forms to evaluate medical history and problems [medications; history of falls: visual, hearing, gait. and balance impairments; medical conditions]. Documentation of anyI findings and recommendations will be noted in the medical record on the appropriate forms. Communicate Risk Communicate a patient's risk for falling to the healthcare team and family/support system as appropriate for setting (e.g., for inpatients: "Fall Risk" ID bracelet and "Fall Precautions" sign, handoffs, mobility cards, whiteboards)