answers (detailed & elaborated) ACTUAL EXAM 2025
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The MH Authority ensures adequate MH services and eliminates any barriers to inmates
receiving health services in a timely manner. correct answers Access to Care
The facility has a designated MH authority responsible for MH care services. correct answers
Responsible MH Authority
Qualified MH professionals have sole responsibility for clinical decisions regarding the serious
MH needs of inmates. correct answers Clinical Autonomy
Administrative meetings are held. Staff meetings are held. Stats reports are generated monthly.
correct answers Administrative Meetings and Reports
The facility has policies and procedures that address each of the NCCHC standards. correct
answers Policies and Procedures
A CQI program monitors and improves MH care delivered in the facility. correct answers
Continuous Quality Improvement Program
MH staff are prepared to implement the MH aspects of the facility's emergency response plan.
correct answers Emergency Response Plan
Communication occurs betwen nonclinical staff regarding inmates' significant MH needs that
must be considered for classification decisions. correct answers Communication on Patients' MH
Needs
, Discussion of patient info and clinical encounters are conducted in private to encourage the
patient's use of MH services. correct answers Privacy of Care
Deaths are reviewed to determine the appropriateness of MH care and to determine if changes to
P&P are needed. correct answers Procedure in the Event of an Inmate Death
Addresses inmate's complaints about MH services. correct answers Grievance Mechanism for
MH Complaints
There is an effective program that includes surveillance, prevention and control of communicable
disease. correct answers Infection Prevention and Control Program
The MH authority promotes patient safety; institutes systems to prevent adverse and near-miss
clinical events. correct answers Patient Safety
MH staff work in a safe environment. correct answers Staff Safety
The site has P&P regarding detection, prevention and reduction of sexual abuse consistent with
federal law. correct answers Federal Sexual Abuse Regulations
Medical and psychological trauma of sexual abuse is minimized as much as possible by prompt
MH intervention. correct answers Response to Sexual Abuse
MHP's have credentials and provide services consistent with their licensure. correct answers
Credentials
Evaluates the appropriateness of services delivered by direct patient care staff. correct answers
Clinical Performance Enhancement