HCA 699 Week 5 Discussion Question 1 and 2

HCA 699 Topic 5 DQ 1

Reliability and validity are related qualities but independent. They are similar to the terms “precision” and “accuracy,” respectively. A wind-up clock that does not work is accurate (valid) twice a day. But it lacks precision (reliability). A digital clock that is always 5 minutes slow is never accurate (valid) but is very precise (reliable). Elaborate on the assessment instrument used in your project to ensure validity and reliability.

HCA 699 Topic 5 DQ 2

Why is it important to incorporate a theory or model related to change when implementing practice changes? Does the benefit of incorporating a change model outweigh the time and effort it took to include it?