CCHP Exam 2 with Verified Solutions

Access to care - Patient seen & receive ordered care in a timely manner by a clinician AED-Automatic Defibrillator - An Electronic device that interprets cardiac rhythms and delivers electric shock to a patient if appropriate Clinical Encounters - Between inmates and healthcare professional providers that involves exchange of confidential information/treatment Grievance - Legal document, complaint filed by an inmate about medical mental or dental care while in custody Special Needs-Patient - With Chronic diseases or condition that require care Sick Call - Evaluate or Treat ambulatory patient in a clinical setting Medical Isolation - Housing in separate room, following CDC Guidelines Emergency - Medical, Mental & Dental Health Care for acute accident or unexpected health need that can't wait for the next scheduled sick call or clinic Describe NCCHC - 1. Founded in 1970; 2. Not for profit; 3. Sets standards for Health Services in prisons & Jails; 4. Surveys every 3 years Why is NCCHC important to CHS? - Voluntary Health Service; Accreditation Sets; Standards in Correctional Health True or False? NCCHC Certification is passing with 100% on Essential Standards and 85% on Important Standard - True Tell what is the main difference between OSHA & NCCHC - OSHA is a Federal Regulatory Agency that can inspect the Jails at anytime NCCHC is voluntary, non-licensing agency invited by CHS & MCSO