During the orientation of new nurses to an acute care facility, diagnosis-related
groups (DRGs) are discussed. Which statement indicates an accurate understanding of
DRGs?
A. "DRG rates are revised quarterly to reflect the constant changes that occur in the
healthcare system."
B. "DRG rates are fixed, regardless of the occurrence of major uncontrollable events."
C. "DRGs determine what will be paid for care by the insurer before the patient is
admitted."
D. "DRG rates are grouped by body system, with predetermined pay determined by
system."
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C. "DRGs determine what will be paid for care by the insurer before the
patient is admitted."
What is one advantage of the standardization of health records in relation to client
education?
A. It allows the nurse to print information for the client rather than reviewing the
information in person.
B. Families can receive education rather than clients in order to ensure that the client
receives proper care at home.
C. Clients can receive the same education about their condition regardless of where
they receive treatment.
D. Clients can look up their health information at home after discharge.
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C. Clients can receive the same education about their condition regardless
of where they receive treatment.
Several nurses are discussing the use of electronic medical records when providing
client care. Which statements by the nurses indicate that they understand the
advantages of electronic health records (EHRs)? Select all that apply.
A. "The record reduces the cost of healthcare."
B. "The record allows trending of client progress."
C. "Client education can be documented in the system."
D. "Quality metrics can be observed to reduce readmission rates."
E. "Coordination of care is improved."
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, B. "The record allows trending of client progress."
C. "Client education can be documented in the system."
D. "Quality metrics can be observed to reduce readmission rates."
E. "Coordination of care is improved."
A nurse educator is planning a class for a group of nursing students regarding risk
management. Which information should the educator include in this presentation?
Select all that apply.
A. Risk management seeks to prevent harm.
B. Risk management empowers clients.
C. Risk management controls the cost of supplies.
D. Risk management examines past mistakes and identifies potential hazards.
E. Risk management assures that nurses are truthful.
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A. Risk management seeks to prevent harm.
D. Risk management examines past mistakes and identifies potential
hazards.
A managed care facility is attempting to increase participation by nursing staff in
decision making throughout the organization. Which model should the facility
leadership select to best achieve this outcome?
A. Team nursing
B. Shared governance
C. Case management
D. Managed care
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B. Shared governance
groups (DRGs) are discussed. Which statement indicates an accurate understanding of
DRGs?
A. "DRG rates are revised quarterly to reflect the constant changes that occur in the
healthcare system."
B. "DRG rates are fixed, regardless of the occurrence of major uncontrollable events."
C. "DRGs determine what will be paid for care by the insurer before the patient is
admitted."
D. "DRG rates are grouped by body system, with predetermined pay determined by
system."
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C. "DRGs determine what will be paid for care by the insurer before the
patient is admitted."
What is one advantage of the standardization of health records in relation to client
education?
A. It allows the nurse to print information for the client rather than reviewing the
information in person.
B. Families can receive education rather than clients in order to ensure that the client
receives proper care at home.
C. Clients can receive the same education about their condition regardless of where
they receive treatment.
D. Clients can look up their health information at home after discharge.
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C. Clients can receive the same education about their condition regardless
of where they receive treatment.
Several nurses are discussing the use of electronic medical records when providing
client care. Which statements by the nurses indicate that they understand the
advantages of electronic health records (EHRs)? Select all that apply.
A. "The record reduces the cost of healthcare."
B. "The record allows trending of client progress."
C. "Client education can be documented in the system."
D. "Quality metrics can be observed to reduce readmission rates."
E. "Coordination of care is improved."
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, B. "The record allows trending of client progress."
C. "Client education can be documented in the system."
D. "Quality metrics can be observed to reduce readmission rates."
E. "Coordination of care is improved."
A nurse educator is planning a class for a group of nursing students regarding risk
management. Which information should the educator include in this presentation?
Select all that apply.
A. Risk management seeks to prevent harm.
B. Risk management empowers clients.
C. Risk management controls the cost of supplies.
D. Risk management examines past mistakes and identifies potential hazards.
E. Risk management assures that nurses are truthful.
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A. Risk management seeks to prevent harm.
D. Risk management examines past mistakes and identifies potential
hazards.
A managed care facility is attempting to increase participation by nursing staff in
decision making throughout the organization. Which model should the facility
leadership select to best achieve this outcome?
A. Team nursing
B. Shared governance
C. Case management
D. Managed care
Give this one a try later!
B. Shared governance
