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Problem Solving Dr Kithsiri Edirisinghe MBBS, MSc , MD ( Medical Administration ). “ Add Scientific thinking to sixth sense …. ………………… the commonsense”. Session outcomes. Complete knowledge in “Defining and Identifying problems “ Development of the skill in “Analyzing problems “
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Problem SolvingDr Kithsiri EdirisingheMBBS, MSc , MD ( Medical Administration ) “Add Scientific thinking to sixth sense …. ………………… the commonsense”
Session outcomes • Complete knowledge in “Defining and Identifying problems “ • Development of the skill in “Analyzing problems “ • Insight to “ finding Solutions to a problem”
Session 01 • “Defining and Identifying problems “ • What is problem ?
What is a problem ? “An observed gap between what is expected and what actually exits”
The definition • A perceived gap between: • the existing state and a desired state • , or a deviation from a norm, standard, or status quo. • Many problems turn out to have several solutions • (the means to close the gap or correct the deviation), • difficulties arise where such means are either not obvious or are not immediately available.
The Equation • P = ( E – A ) C P – problem E- expected level A- actual Level • C = Concern level • Influenced by many factors • Political • Social • Professional • Organizational • Individual
Problemand solution • Problem need to be solved • completely • partially • Objective • is the quantified level improvement expected of the problem situation
Problem Solving process : the steps • Identify the problem • Analyze the problem • Set objectives • Identify the solutions • Select the options • Implement the solution
Problem solving Techniques • Go to this link and study all the PS techniques • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dENYL2mk4OE&list=PL5E8E6546FDB5B1D2 • http://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/SubscriptionProcessedProblem.htm
Problem solving Techniques • Pareto analysis • Cause and effect analysis • Histogram's • Scatter diagrams • Floor charts • Control charts check sheet • Cost benefit analysis
1. Identifying the Problem Situational analysis Formal recognition Definition Watch V 01 for use of PDS document
a. Situational analysis • “ Snap shot “ of the problem - Situational Analysis • Noticing something is not right • Information flow from the others • Observation • Information • Complains • Conflicts
a. Situational analysis • Identify • Stake holders • Scope of work • Expectation – out come • Examine the current state • Constrains • Time available to solve the problem
Hospital clinic Let s identify issues !
b. Formal Recognition • Convinced that there is a problem • Use experience personnel to prioritize problem • Use Pareto analysis for a complicated issue • 80 to 20 rule • V 02 & V 03
c. Definition of the Problem • Clearly indicate the extent of the problem. • Qualify and quantify
2. Problem Analysis Cause and effect diagram Place objectives Study and analyze the problem
Methods and Tools Analysis...... • Identify a “core” or central problem • List all the problems related to or stemming from the core problem • Determine which related problems are causes and which are effects of the core problem • Arrange the problems in a cause-effect heirarchy around the core problem
Study the problem • Identify key stakeholders and ensure the ‘right’ people participate • Collect relevant background information • Ensure lessons learned from previous similar issues are considered • Prepare a problem tree / fish bone which provides a simplified but robust version of reality
Methods and Tools Analysis ..... Purpose:toidentify major problems and their main causal relationships. Output:a graphical arrangement of problems differentiated according to ‘causes’ and ‘effects
Analysis • List causes • Main causes – categories • Sub causes • List effects • Main Causes – categories • Sub effects
Methods and Tools Problem Tree Example
Fish Bone diagram Doctor centered culture Unknown patient choice behaviour High Patient Expectations Poor regulation Poor Quality in Private hospitals Untrained staff Lower Perception of the Administrator Widening demand gap Resource constrains
3. Set objectives Expected problem improvement SMART Specific M – measurable A- achievable R- reliable /realistic T – time bound
4. Identify the solutions Identify the solutions Select the options
Determine options • Solutions • Convert • The cause a solution • Effect to a good result • Be Creative
Solution and objective tree Solutions Good results
5. Evaluate & Select options • Debate ,study, agree • ECT matrix- • Effect, • Time • Cost
5. Implementation • Implement • implementation plan • Inauguration • Monitor • Monitoring systems • Control • Mechanisms • Feed back • Regular and adaptations
Activity You are requested by the DG of health services to solve the issue given below • Dengue epidemic • RTA – Road traffic accident • HAI – Hospital Acquired Infections • Rising cost of health care • Shortage of nurses