Cchp-Mh Review Study Guide 2024.

CCHP-MH REVIEW STUDY GUIDE 2024. Access to Care - ANSWER The MH Authority ensures adequate MH services and eliminates any barriers to inmates receiving health services in a timely manner. Responsible MH Authority - ANSWER The facility has a designated MH authority responsible for MH care services. Clinical Autonomy - ANSWER Qualified MH professionals have sole responsibility for clinical decisions regarding the serious MH needs of inmates. Administrative Meetings and Reports - ANSWER Administrative meetings are held. Staff meetings are held. Stats reports are generated monthly. Policies and Procedures - ANSWER The facility has policies and procedures that address each of the NCCHC standards. Continuous Quality Improvement Program - ANSWER A CQI program monitors and improves MH care delivered in the facility. Emergency Response Plan - ANSWER MH staff are prepared to implement the MH aspects of the facility's emergency response plan. Communication on Patients' MH Needs - ANSWER Communication occurs betwen nonclinical staff regarding inmates' significant MH needs that must be considered for classification decisions. Privacy of Care - ANSWER Discussion of patient info and clinical encounters are conducted in private to encourage the patient's use of MH services. Procedure in the Event of an Inmate Death - ANSWER Deaths are reviewed to determine the appropriateness of MH care and to determine if changes to P&P are needed. Grievance Mechanism for MH Complaints - ANSWER Addresses inmate's complaints about MH services. Infection Prevention and Control Program - ANSWER There is an effective program that includes surveillance, prevention and control of communicable disease. Patient Safety - ANSWER The MH authority promotes patient safety; institutes systems to prevent adverse and near-miss clinical events. Staff Safety - ANSWER MH staff work in a safe environment.