MCQs for HSM - Quality Assurance & IMCI Protocol Review

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1. A nurse manager reviews infection rates in a unit over the past 6 months. This activity is b
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est classified as:
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A. Structure evaluation s;


B. Process evaluation s;


C. Outcome evaluation s;


D. Risk management
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Answer: C. Outcome evaluation
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Rationale: Infection rates reflect the results of care provided, which are patient outcomes.
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2. Which action best represents the process approach in quality assurance?
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A. Evaluating staffing levels s; s;


B. Reviewing how medications are administered s; s; s; s;


C. Measuring patient recovery rates s; s; s;


D. Assessing availability of equipment s; s; s;




Answer: B. Reviewing how medications are administered
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Rationale: Process focuses on how care is delivered, not inputs or results.
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3. A hospital sets a goal that all patients must receive medication within 30 minutes of p
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rescription. This is an example of:
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A. Indicator
B. Criterion
C. Standard
D. Outcome

Answer: C. Standard s; s;


Rationale: A standard is a predetermined expected level of performance.
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4. Which of the following is the first step in the quality assurance cycle?
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A. Collect data s;


B. Implement changes s;


C. Identify a problem s; s;


D. Evaluate outcomes s;




Answer: C. Identify a problem
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Rationale: QA begins by recognizing gaps in care that need improvement.
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, 5. A nurse participates in reviewing another nurse’s performance to improve care quality.
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This is known as:
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A. Audit
B. Supervision
C. Peer reviews;


D. Accreditation

Answer: C. Peer review
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Rationale: Peer review is evaluation of performance by colleagues to improve quality.
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6. Which statement best describes an outcome indicator?
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A. Number of nurses on duty s; s; s; s;


B. Method of wound dressing s; s; s;


C. Patient satisfaction score s; s;


D. Availability of equipment s; s;




Answer: C. Patient satisfaction score
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Rationale: Outcome indicators measure results of care such as recovery or satisfaction.
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7. A healthcare facility is being evaluated by an external body for compliance with standards.
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This is:
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A. Internal QA s;


B. Continuous monitoring s;


C. External QA s;


D. Clinical audit s;




Answer: C. External QA
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Rationale: External QA is conducted by outside agencies or accrediting bodies.
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8. Which situation indicates a failure in quality assurance?
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A. Regular staff training sessions s; s; s;


B. Increased patient satisfaction s; s;


C. Frequent medication errors s; s;


D. Implementation of protocols s; s;




Answer: C. Frequent medication errors
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Rationale: Medication errors indicate poor quality and unsafe care.
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9. A nurse uses a checklist to ensure all procedures are followed correctly. This tool is used f
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or:

A. Data analysis
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B. Quality control s;


C. Quality assurance monitoring s; s;


D. Risk assessment
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