COMPLETE EXAM
What does a comprehensive systematic analysis following a
sentinel event help identify? - CORRECT ANSWER-The
contributory factors associated with the event.
Which of the following is part of the integrated Ethics model? -
CORRECT ANSWER-supports ethical behavior in everyday
interactions in the workplace
What is an example of patients' rights? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Patients are entitled to refuse an experimental drug.
Acceptable patient identifiers included - CORRECT ANSWER-
Name and Birthday
Which of the following is good practice when listening to
patients - CORRECT ANSWER-Show your genuine interest in
the patients replies.
What is the intention of universal protocol - CORRECT
ANSWER-Prevent Wrong Site Wrong Procedure, Wrong
Person Surgery
Goals of end of care - CORRECT ANSWER-Ensure the
decision made are consistent with the values and desires of
patient
, Which of the following components will assist in improving the
effectiveness of communication for critical lab and diagnostic
procedures. - CORRECT ANSWER-Reporting critical test
results on a timely basis according to policies and procedures.
Which type of therapy poses risk to patients due to complex
dosing. - CORRECT ANSWER-Anticoagulation Therapy
Which of the following is an essential component of cultural
competence for healthcare workers according to Joint
commission - CORRECT ANSWER-Valuing Diversity
Important concept of being a patient advocate - CORRECT
ANSWER-Accepting the patient's decisions
Important to remember when caring for adults 80 and over -
CORRECT ANSWER-There is no reason to assume mental
decline had occurred
Which example qualifies as a sentinel event that would require
review by the Joint commission - CORRECT ANSWER-A
patient who commits suicide within 72 hours of discharged from
a hospital setting that provides staffed around the clock care
What is a sentinel event - CORRECT ANSWER-An event that
affects a patient causing death harm or intervention required to
sustain life.
Which of the following is an important principle for the
healthcare professional to provide ethical care - CORRECT
ANSWER-Allow patients the right of self determination
regarding health care decisions
According to Joint Commission's ethical standards, which of the
following is accurate concerning your role of as a healthcare
worker? - CORRECT ANSWER-you must safeguard
confidences and privacy at all times