What is a primary purpose of the Targeted Solutions Tool in quality improvement?

• A. Measure performance
• B. On-site survey
• C. Identify barriers to excellent performance
• D. Implement proven solutions

Answer: (A)

Measuring performance is the central purpose because you need objective data to know where you stand and whether improvements actually work. The Targeted Solutions Tool provides structured metrics on key steps and outcomes, giving a baseline and allowing you to track progress over time. This data-driven view helps identify gaps, set targets, and assess the impact of any changes you implement. While it can reveal barriers and guide where to apply proven solutions, those follow from having reliable measurements of current performance. It isn’t an on-site survey; its primary function is to quantify how well processes are performing so you can drive improvement.