This book will introduce the basics of QAPI, including how it came to fruition and what regulations exist in regard to nursing homes starting their own QAPI program. In addition, this manual will highlight the new skills nursing homes will need to focus on to implement QAPI, including data analysis and root cause analysis. You'll get the tools you need to create a QAPI implementation and staff training plan. This book provides: An overview of QAPI and how it came to realization, Regulations surrounding QAPI and how they affect long-term care, How to assess your current performance improvement culture, A summary of each element and implementation examples, Steps to take to create and implement a QAPI program.