Research Article

Pilot Validation Study: Canadian Global Rating Scale for Colonoscopy Services

Table 3

CAG Consensus guidelines on safety and quality indicators in endoscopy.

Statement Addressed in GRS-C yes/no? (SC)

(1) Informed consentYes
(2) Adoption of universal standardsYes
(3) AppropriatenessYes
(4) Technical and personnel resourcesYes
(5) Preprocedure informationYes
(6) Intraprocedural policies to be implementedYes (refers to CAG auditable outcomes but does not specifically ask about each)
(7) Adherence to appropriate discharge policiesYes (addressed but does not suggest need for documentation of standard discharge readiness score)
(8) Follow-up policy in placeYes
(9) Provision of written discharge informationYes (NB: does not include discussion of worrisome sx to watch for)
(10) Existence of formal QI program at facilityYes
(11) Existence of a formal quality review committee Yes
(12) Regular review of quality indicators with action planYes
(13) Regular review of safety indicators with action planYes
(14) Presence of education programs for staffNo
(15) Appropriate monitoring and evaluation of traineesNo
(16) Ensured competency of all trainees and staff (required documentation of procedures performed, direct observation)No
(17) Regular review of individual practice/outcome data Yes
(18) Privileges granted based on formal evaluationNo
(19) Privileges subject to formal regular review based on documented competenceNo
(20) Standardized electronic endoscopic procedures Yes
(21) Policies in place to ensure timeliness/completeness of procedure reportingYes
(22) Patient centered serviceYes
(23) Patient feedback and responsive actionYes