C157 Study Guide

Vulnerable populations - Answer- Infants, children, older adults, the ill, the physically and mentally disabled, the illiterate and the poor. Rate - Answer- Numerator/Denominator = Rate (often described as a percentage) QIA - Answer- Quality Improvement Activity Essentials of Masters Education in Nursing - Answer- "Nursing Standard that: 1. Defines the essential elements of master's education for advanced practice roles in nursing. 2. Provides a framework for designing and assessing master's education programs for advanced practice nursing. " National Patient Safety Goals - Answer- The NPSGs were established by the Joint Commission to help accredited organizations address specific areas of concern in regard to patient safety. Denominator - Answer- The lower part of a fraction used to calculate a rate or ratio. The Joint Commission - Answer- "Previously known as JCAHO, this organization accredits more than 20,000 health care organizations in the U.S. Joint Commission accreditation is recognized by state agencies as a condition of licensure and receipt of Medicaid reimbursement. " Preventive Action - Answer- A proactive plan to prevent a potential occurrence of an adverse event. Range - Answer- The difference between the largest and smallest values in a data set. Numerator - Answer- The upper part of a fraction used to calculate a ratio or rate. Corrective Action - Answer- A reactive plan to prevent a re-occurrence of an adverse event. Quantifiable Measure - Answer- Data-driven quality improvement indicator. National League for Nursing Core Values - Answer- Caring, Integrity, Diversity, Excellence Magnet Conceptual Model - Components - Answer- "Transformational Leadership Structural E