Download this CDC-developed, two-page root cause analysis form (pdf) for adaptation and use in your facility. Note: View our database providing 85-plus reports that link to free, downloadable and ...

Solving symptoms solves the immediate pain but these problems reappear if the root cause isn't identified and resolved.

Simply stated, Root cause analysis (RCA) is a problem-solving method used to identify the underlying cause or causes of a problem or issue, in order to identify appropriate solutions and resolve ...

An expert discusses the requirements to perform a root cause analysis as part of monitoring and remediation when implementing the new risk-based quality management standards.