PDCA circle in training of endoscopic nurse

Objective To evaluate PDCA circle in training of cooperation quality in endoscopic nurse. Methods PDCA circle was applied to train endoscopic nurses. Knowledge of endoscopic nursing and techniques as well as operators＇ satisfaction with endoscopic examination were compared before and after PDCA circle training. Results Nursing scores increased from 92.40 to 96. 00 with statistical significance （ P 〈 0. 05 ）. Performance scores increased from 93.03 to 98.13 （ P 〈 0. 05 ）. Operators＇ satisfaction increased from 81.3% to 96. 9%. Condusion PDCA circle could improve not only endoscopic nursing but also the quality of endoscopic training. Key words: Endoscopy;  Nursing audit;  Inservice training;  PDCA circle