NMTCB 2003 Task Analysis Report

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TABLE 1

Frequency Scale

Score	Description of frequency
4	NMT is expected to perform task regularly (daily, weekly)
3	NMT is expected to perform task infrequently (monthly, quarterly)
2	Task is performed in my facility but NOT by NMT
1	Task is NOT performed in my facility

TABLE 2

Criticality Scale

Score	If task is done incorrectly	Outcome	Risk to patient
4	Data are compromised or invalid, but problem is not recognized immediately	May contribute to incorrect diagnosis or delays in patient care	High
3	Data may be suspect or not usable, but problem is recognized immediately	Data are recognized as not usable, so do not contribute to patient management; may cause delays, increased costs, inefficient patient care	Moderate
2	Data are suboptimal but still valid study	No impact on patient management, but remedial action may be initiated	Low
1	All data are valid	No negative impact on patient management	None