Prior to hand hygiene initiative, staff reviewed existing materials (proposals, policies, training). What research method?

A focus group involves gathering a small group of individuals to discuss their perceptions and opinions on a specific topic. While it can provide valuable qualitative insights, it is not the method used for reviewing existing materials, as focus groups are more about gathering new data rather than analyzing existing documentation.

An in-person survey is a method for collecting primary data directly from individuals through structured questions. This approach is useful for gathering opinions and experiences but does not pertain to the examination of existing materials, which is the focus of the hand hygiene initiative review process.

A systematic review is a method that synthesizes existing research studies to answer a specific research question. While it involves a thorough examination of literature, it is generally applied to research findings rather than the evaluation of internal policies or training materials, which is what staff intended to do before the hand hygiene initiative.