CWO HEALTHCARE SAFETY AND PROTOCOLS EXAM
2025|140 QUESTIONS WITH ACCURATE SOLUTIONS
1. In a healthcare setting, how might understanding a patient's ethnicity
improve communication and care?
It has no impact on the quality of care provided.
It is only relevant for legal documentation.
It may complicate the healthcare process.
It can help tailor communication and care to meet cultural
needs.
2. Describe how the Universal Protocol contributes to patient safety during
surgical procedures.
The Universal Protocol focuses on maintaining patient
confidentiality during surgeries.
The Universal Protocol helps ensure that surgical teams follow
specific steps to confirm the correct patient, procedure, and
site, thereby reducing the risk of errors.
The Universal Protocol outlines the regulations for handling
hazardous materials.
The Universal Protocol is primarily concerned with the use of
personal protective equipment.
3. What is the purpose of performing electrical safety inspections on
patient care equipment?
To ensure that the equipment is functioning properly
To prevent electrical hazards to patients and staff
To comply with regulatory requirements
,All of the above
,4. What does the Privacy Rule primarily regulate in healthcare settings?
The billing processes for healthcare services
The use and disclosure of protected health information
The scheduling of patient appointments
The administration of vaccines
5. What is the purpose of a Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?
To outline healthcare protocols
To detail personal protective equipment
To provide information about hazardous chemicals
To list patient rights
6. In order for current to flow, there must be
An electric potential difference
A source of energy creating a voltage
A loop of wire or other conducting material
All of the above
7. If a hospital fails to implement a Bloodborne Pathogen Plan, what
potential consequence could it face?
Increased funding for healthcare programs
Enhanced communication among healthcare providers
Improved patient satisfaction ratings
Legal penalties and increased risk of infection among staff
8. If a healthcare facility implements the National Patient Safety Goals, what
outcome can be expected regarding patient care?
, Increased patient wait times
Higher healthcare costs
Improved patient safety and reduced medical errors
More complex healthcare regulations
9. In a scenario where a small fire breaks out in a healthcare facility, which
steps should be taken according to the P.A.S.S. method to effectively use
a fire extinguisher?
Pull the pin, Aim at the fire, Squeeze the handles, Sweep up and
down.
Pull the pin, Aim at the base of the fire, Squeeze the handles,
Sweep from side to side.
Pull the pin, Aim at the fire, Squeeze the handles, Stand back.
Pull the pin, Aim at the base, Squeeze the handles, Sweep in a
circle.
10. Discuss why long natural nails and artificial nails may pose a risk in
healthcare environments.
Long natural nails and artificial nails can harbor bacteria and
make hand hygiene less effective, increasing the risk of disease
transmission.
They are a personal choice and have no impact on healthcare.
They are aesthetically pleasing and do not affect hygiene.
They are mandated by healthcare regulations.
11. Describe the purpose of an Advance Directive in the context of
healthcare decision-making.
An Advance Directive provides instructions regarding a
person's end-of-life wishes to healthcare providers and family
members.
2025|140 QUESTIONS WITH ACCURATE SOLUTIONS
1. In a healthcare setting, how might understanding a patient's ethnicity
improve communication and care?
It has no impact on the quality of care provided.
It is only relevant for legal documentation.
It may complicate the healthcare process.
It can help tailor communication and care to meet cultural
needs.
2. Describe how the Universal Protocol contributes to patient safety during
surgical procedures.
The Universal Protocol focuses on maintaining patient
confidentiality during surgeries.
The Universal Protocol helps ensure that surgical teams follow
specific steps to confirm the correct patient, procedure, and
site, thereby reducing the risk of errors.
The Universal Protocol outlines the regulations for handling
hazardous materials.
The Universal Protocol is primarily concerned with the use of
personal protective equipment.
3. What is the purpose of performing electrical safety inspections on
patient care equipment?
To ensure that the equipment is functioning properly
To prevent electrical hazards to patients and staff
To comply with regulatory requirements
,All of the above
,4. What does the Privacy Rule primarily regulate in healthcare settings?
The billing processes for healthcare services
The use and disclosure of protected health information
The scheduling of patient appointments
The administration of vaccines
5. What is the purpose of a Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?
To outline healthcare protocols
To detail personal protective equipment
To provide information about hazardous chemicals
To list patient rights
6. In order for current to flow, there must be
An electric potential difference
A source of energy creating a voltage
A loop of wire or other conducting material
All of the above
7. If a hospital fails to implement a Bloodborne Pathogen Plan, what
potential consequence could it face?
Increased funding for healthcare programs
Enhanced communication among healthcare providers
Improved patient satisfaction ratings
Legal penalties and increased risk of infection among staff
8. If a healthcare facility implements the National Patient Safety Goals, what
outcome can be expected regarding patient care?
, Increased patient wait times
Higher healthcare costs
Improved patient safety and reduced medical errors
More complex healthcare regulations
9. In a scenario where a small fire breaks out in a healthcare facility, which
steps should be taken according to the P.A.S.S. method to effectively use
a fire extinguisher?
Pull the pin, Aim at the fire, Squeeze the handles, Sweep up and
down.
Pull the pin, Aim at the base of the fire, Squeeze the handles,
Sweep from side to side.
Pull the pin, Aim at the fire, Squeeze the handles, Stand back.
Pull the pin, Aim at the base, Squeeze the handles, Sweep in a
circle.
10. Discuss why long natural nails and artificial nails may pose a risk in
healthcare environments.
Long natural nails and artificial nails can harbor bacteria and
make hand hygiene less effective, increasing the risk of disease
transmission.
They are a personal choice and have no impact on healthcare.
They are aesthetically pleasing and do not affect hygiene.
They are mandated by healthcare regulations.
11. Describe the purpose of an Advance Directive in the context of
healthcare decision-making.
An Advance Directive provides instructions regarding a
person's end-of-life wishes to healthcare providers and family
members.
