Mosby CT Review EXAM: Patient Care Questions with correct answers

Which of the following is an accurate method of verifying patient identity? A. Calling the patient by his or her full name B. Checking the name listed on the medical record C. Examining the patient's wrist identification band D. Confirming with a family member or friend CORRECT ANSWER-C. Examining the patient's wrist identification band Checking the information located on the wrist band is the most accurate method of verifying patient identification. The rights of the patient include which of the following? 1. The patient has the right to considerate and respectful care. 2. The patient has the right to receive a copy of the diagnostic procedure performed. 3. The patient has the right to refuse medical treatment. A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2, and 3 CORRECT ANSWER-C. 1 and 3 only The American Hospital Association drafted A Patient's Bill of Rights in 1973. Included among the 12 "rights" are the patient's right to considerate and respectful care and the right to refuse treatment. Release of the patient's diagnostic examination results is not an inherent right an