CRM Cancer Registry Operations Mod 1 -
Case ascertainment / Lesson 4 Monitoring
Casefinding Completeness Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
It is vital that casefinding be all encompassing because accurate
statistics rely on finding all cancer cases. Tracking the various
casefinding methods helps determine: -
correct answer ✅-Which sources identify what percentage of the
caseload
-Where to expect the majority of cases to be found
-Why there is a change in the expected number of cases
-Where and why new cases were not identified
-Which sources may not be a cost-effective use of time
Decisions regarding casefinding must be made carefully and based
on -
correct answer ✅evidence, numbers, and percentages.
what is one of the most effective means for ensuring complete case
ascertainment? -
correct answer ✅One of the most effective means for ensuring
complete case ascertainment is to have the casefinding process
clearly defined in the cancer registry policy and procedure manual.
,CRM Cancer Registry Operations Mod 1 -
Case ascertainment / Lesson 4 Monitoring
Casefinding Completeness Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
The cancer registry should have a policy that addresses each of the
following -
correct answer ✅-Case ascertainment process
-Case eligibility criteria
-Cancer population
-Casefinding sources including department names and contacts
-Reportable list
-Registry's reference date
-Rules for multiple primaries
-Ambiguous terminology
-Cases to be excluded (non-reportable list)
-Central cancer registry requirements and the state law (if available)
There often are a variety of steps that can be taken to be proactive
in the casefinding process and improve case ascertainment before
problems are identified. review the examples- -
correct answer ✅-Train all staff who conduct casefinding and case
reporting or are involved in assisting the registry in Casefinding.
, CRM Cancer Registry Operations Mod 1 -
Case ascertainment / Lesson 4 Monitoring
Casefinding Completeness Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
-Build relationships with the staff in other departments, such as
pathology and medical records, that are involved in casefinding
activities.
-Define expectations (e.g., early meetings with registry staff and
other departments to involve them in the yearly processes and
procedures).
-Monitor and maintain expectations.
-Explain the value of the data to those involved in the casefinding
process.
-Periodically audit casefinding and reporting practices to identify
and reconcile gaps.
-Monitor and improve automated matching programs between the
hospital software and the cancer registry software.
As with the accuracy of data, most central cancer registries have a
case completeness goal that is expected at both the central and
hospital level. -
correct answer ✅This is usually set at a minimum of 95% of the
expected number of cases. Some states may require an even higher
level. The numbers are based on population and the relative
average number of cases from your facility over the years.
Case ascertainment / Lesson 4 Monitoring
Casefinding Completeness Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
It is vital that casefinding be all encompassing because accurate
statistics rely on finding all cancer cases. Tracking the various
casefinding methods helps determine: -
correct answer ✅-Which sources identify what percentage of the
caseload
-Where to expect the majority of cases to be found
-Why there is a change in the expected number of cases
-Where and why new cases were not identified
-Which sources may not be a cost-effective use of time
Decisions regarding casefinding must be made carefully and based
on -
correct answer ✅evidence, numbers, and percentages.
what is one of the most effective means for ensuring complete case
ascertainment? -
correct answer ✅One of the most effective means for ensuring
complete case ascertainment is to have the casefinding process
clearly defined in the cancer registry policy and procedure manual.
,CRM Cancer Registry Operations Mod 1 -
Case ascertainment / Lesson 4 Monitoring
Casefinding Completeness Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
The cancer registry should have a policy that addresses each of the
following -
correct answer ✅-Case ascertainment process
-Case eligibility criteria
-Cancer population
-Casefinding sources including department names and contacts
-Reportable list
-Registry's reference date
-Rules for multiple primaries
-Ambiguous terminology
-Cases to be excluded (non-reportable list)
-Central cancer registry requirements and the state law (if available)
There often are a variety of steps that can be taken to be proactive
in the casefinding process and improve case ascertainment before
problems are identified. review the examples- -
correct answer ✅-Train all staff who conduct casefinding and case
reporting or are involved in assisting the registry in Casefinding.
, CRM Cancer Registry Operations Mod 1 -
Case ascertainment / Lesson 4 Monitoring
Casefinding Completeness Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
-Build relationships with the staff in other departments, such as
pathology and medical records, that are involved in casefinding
activities.
-Define expectations (e.g., early meetings with registry staff and
other departments to involve them in the yearly processes and
procedures).
-Monitor and maintain expectations.
-Explain the value of the data to those involved in the casefinding
process.
-Periodically audit casefinding and reporting practices to identify
and reconcile gaps.
-Monitor and improve automated matching programs between the
hospital software and the cancer registry software.
As with the accuracy of data, most central cancer registries have a
case completeness goal that is expected at both the central and
hospital level. -
correct answer ✅This is usually set at a minimum of 95% of the
expected number of cases. Some states may require an even higher
level. The numbers are based on population and the relative
average number of cases from your facility over the years.
