Delivering evidence-based care and treatment: CQC quality statement
One of the 6 quality statements under the effective key question.
The statement
We plan and deliver people’s care and treatment with them, including what is important and matters to them. We do this in line with legislation and current evidence-based good practice and standards.
Topics the CQC lists under it
- Best practice guidance and standards
- Nutrition and hydration
- GIRFT (Getting it right first time recommendations)
- Clinical reviews/medical committees
Dental checks that provide evidence
2 checks in Compliance UK's dental pack are tagged to this statement.
| Check | Area | Default schedule | Usually done by | Regulation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conscious sedation audit and trainingApplies if you answer yes to “Do you offer conscious sedation?” | Medical emergencies and medicines | Every year | Dentist | Regulation 12 |
| Clinical record-keeping audit | Clinical records and sharps | Every year | Dentist | Regulation 17 |
Related regulations
The CQC links this statement to these fundamental standards.