Once pilot testing is complete and the actions are determined to be effective, which of...

In rapid cycle improvement methodologies such as Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA), after pilot testing and confirming effectiveness, the next critical step is spreading change—implementing successful changes broadly across the organization or relevant units to maximize impact (Institute for Healthcare Improvement, Rapid Cycle Improvement, 2023; The Joint Commission, Performance Improvement, 2024). Defining scope and setting aims are earlier steps to establish the project framework. Benchmarking is typically used for comparative analysis rather than the spread phase. The spread phase involves standardizing improvements, educating staff, and embedding changes into daily operations to ensure sustainability.