Incident Reporting Policy Overview
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What is the primary aim of the Incident/Accident Reporting policy?

  • To ensure all incidents are ignored to maintain morale.
  • To limit information shared with external parties.
  • To focus solely on financial implications of incidents.
  • To provide a fair and just culture aiding in reporting. (correct)

    • Who is responsible for reporting adverse incidents according to the policy?

  • Contractors are exempt from reporting.
  • All staff, including interns and voluntary workers. (correct)
  • Only full-time employees.
  • Exclusively hospital administrators.

    • What is required of all incidents or accidents reported?

  • They must be acted upon within 24 hours. (correct)
  • They should only be reported if they involve media.
  • They should be acted upon within 48 hours.
  • They must be ignored if not severe.

    • What type of approach does the policy promote for problem resolution?

    <p>System-centered approach.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be maintained by the Hospital Administrator regarding incidents?

    <p>An Incident Report File.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is not a purpose of the Incident/Accident Reporting policy?

    <p>Establish an unchangeable reporting hierarchy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should all incidents reported involving media issues be communicated?

    <p>In writing to Ministry of Health Officials.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect does the policy emphasize maximizing?

    <p>Opportunities for improvement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements accurately describes the initial step in managing an incident?

    <p>Assess the injured person or damaged property to determine the severity of injuries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done when an incident involves more than one department?

    <p>Each affected department should independently rate and record the event.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method is NOT one of the ways incidents can be identified aside from reporting forms?

    <p>Incident management training</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When using patient feedback to identify events, what is a common concern regarding patient perception?

    <p>Patients are unable to adequately judge the quality of clinical services.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required of each approved policy concerning incident reporting?

    <p>A checklist must be developed for auditing its effectiveness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be the course of action if a patient error occurs?

    <p>Contact the relevant medical team for assessment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information can be obtained from conducting patient satisfaction surveys?

    <p>Valuable data for improving healthcare systems.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which incident reporting procedure is focused on the severity of incidents affecting the organization?

    <p>Assessing the impact of incidents across departments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which definition best describes an adverse incident?

    <p>An unexpected event resulting in unintended harm, loss, or damage during patient care.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should an adverse incident be reported?

    <p>Immediately, or not later than 24 hours if immediate reporting is impractical.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a proper description of a clinical incident?

    <p>An event or near miss that could lead to unexpected adverse outcomes during patient care.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of incident involves an event impacting equipment?

    <p>Equipment Incident</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes a personal incident?

    <p>Any incident affecting individuals not directly related to clinical care.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which definition is correct for a hazard?

    <p>Anything that has the potential to cause harm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes a security incident?

    <p>Any situation involving theft, loss, or damage to property.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the nature of a vehicle incident within the reporting framework?

    <p>An event involving any vehicle except for incidents categorized under security.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Incidents should only be reported if they involve physical injuries to individuals.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Each approved policy must have a checklist developed for auditing its effectiveness.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To report an incident involving multiple persons, a single form is required for all individuals involved.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Patient satisfaction surveys can provide valuable data for improving healthcare systems.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Policy auditing can only detect incidents immediately after they occur.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Referencing alternative medical or other opinions is unnecessary for managing incidents.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Immediate assessment of the injured person is the first step in managing incidents.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Post discharge reporting is irrelevant for detecting events related to hospital treatment.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A Hospital Administrator may delay reporting an adverse incident for up to 48 hours after the incident occurs.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A personal incident can involve exposure to blood and body fluids in a healthcare setting.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A fire incident is defined as any incident involving fire or fire warning systems, regardless of its size.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The reporting of a clinical incident is only necessary if it results in severe harm to the patient.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All incidents involving theft or damage to personal property are classified as vehicle incidents.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An incident defined as a hazard is something that can cause harm.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Medication incidents are examples of clinical incidents and should be reported immediately.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A reporting policy suggests that incidents need to be reported only if they are unusually severe or unexpected.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Incident/Accident Reporting policy only applies to permanent employees of the Ministry of Health.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An 'Incident Report File' must be maintained by the Hospital Administrator or their designee.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All incidents and accidents must be reported within 48 hours of their occurrence.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The policy encourages a person-centered approach to problem resolution.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ministry of Health officials must be notified in writing of all incidents involving media issues.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The reporting of adverse incidents is discouraged to promote a culture of fear and blame.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Identifying trends in complaints and adverse incidents is one of the objectives of the Incident/Accident Reporting policy.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Only the Hospital Administrator is responsible for completing the incident reports.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following incident reporting mechanisms with their descriptions:

    <p>Medical Record Review = Assessment of patient records to find errors Post discharge reporting = Identifying events that emerge after patient discharge Policy auditing = Checking adherence to established hospital policies Patient satisfaction surveys = Collecting patient feedback on their care experience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the steps in incident management with their corresponding actions:

    <p>Assessing the injured person = Determine the severity of injuries immediately Taking appropriate actions = Implement urgent treatment protocols Contacting the medical team = Engaging relevant healthcare professionals for assistance Referring for other opinions = Seeking additional medical insights as necessary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the types of incidents with their categories:

    <p>Clinical incident = Errors related to patient treatment Vehicle incident = Events impacting transportation equipment Personal incident = Exposure to bodily fluids in healthcare Security incident = Events affecting the safety of individuals or property</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the descriptions with their relevant reporting expectations:

    <p>Incident Report Forms = Documents to report individual incidents Checklist for auditing = Tool for assessing policy compliance effectiveness Hospital Administrator's review = Oversight for analysis and action on incidents Formal complaints = Patient feedback indicating adverse experiences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the steps in incident identification with their methods:

    <p>Incident reporting = Documenting occurrences directly by staff Policy auditing = Reviewing adherence to healthcare policies Post discharge reporting = Evaluating patient conditions after leaving the hospital Medical record review = Assessing records to identify potential errors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the incident types with their definitions:

    <p>Hazard = A potential source of harm Fire incident = An event involving fire or heating systems Theft incident = Loss of personal property through unlawful actions Medication incident = Errors occurring in drug administration to patients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the responsibilities involved in incident management with the roles:

    <p>Unit/section/department head = Complete and submit incident reports Hospital Administrator = Review and analyze incident reports Injured person = Assess immediate needs and seek treatment Reporting staff = Document occurrences using Incident Report Forms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the types of documentation related to incident reporting with their purposes:

    <p>Incident Report File = Maintaining records for all reported incidents Checklist for auditing = Evaluating compliance and effectiveness of policies Patient satisfaction surveys = Gathering feedback for quality improvement Post discharge reports = Tracking issues arising after patient discharge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the type of incident with its correct definition:

    <p>Clinical Incident = An event or near miss affecting a patient Equipment Incident = An event or near miss involving equipment Personal Incident = An incident affecting an individual unrelated to clinical treatment Fire Incident = Any incident involving fire or fire warning systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following aspects of the Incident/Accident Reporting policy with their corresponding descriptions:

    <p>Purpose and Applicability = Ensures a transparent incident management system Policy Statements = Mandates timely reporting of incidents Incident Report File = Maintained by Hospital Administrator or designee Adverse Incident = An event that causes harm or potential harm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the report type with its reporting requirements:

    <p>Adverse Incident = Report within 24 hours if immediate reporting is impractical Significant Incident = Report immediately Medication Incident = Includes prescribing and administration errors Vehicle Incident = Involves road traffic accidents excluding theft or vandalism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following roles with their responsibilities in the Incident/Accident Reporting process:

    <p>All Employees = Required to report incidents to supervisors Hospital Administrator = Responsible for maintaining incident report files Ministry of Health Officials = Must be informed of incidents involving media Supervisors = Oversee the reporting of adverse incidents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the term with its correct description:

    <p>Adverse Incident = Unexpected harm arising during care Harm = Injury or disability unrelated to a patient's condition Risk = Chance of an event impacting expected outcomes Hazard = Anything that can cause harm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the responsibility with the corresponding role:

    <p>Hospital Administrator = Ensure timely invitation of family members for incident meetings Clinician = Report clinical incidents involving patients Staff Member = Report any significant incident immediately Safety Officer = Oversee the completion of incident reports</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following approaches with their focus in incident management:

    <p>System-centered approach = Focuses on the system rather than individual errors Person-centered approach = Encourages understanding individual behavior Continuous Improvement = Aims to identify opportunities for enhancing services Fair and Just Culture = Supports staff in reporting incidents without fear of blame</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following reporting requirements with their timelines:

    <p>Incidents must be reported = Within 24 hours of occurrence Media-related incidents notification = In writing to Ministry of Health officials Incident report form submission = To respective supervisor or manager Review of incident reports = Regular audits by Hospital Administrator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the reporting timeframe with the incident type:

    <p>Adverse Incident = Not later than 24 hours Clinical Incident = Immediately after occurrence Personal Incident = Report as soon as possible Fire Incident = Regardless of incident size, report immediately</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following types of incidents with their characteristics:

    <p>Clinical Incident = May involve harm to patients Security Incident = Concerns safety and protection of individuals Hazard = Identified as a potential source of harm Medication Incident = Involves errors related to medication administration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following incidents with an example:

    <p>Violence Incident = Physical assault of a healthcare worker Security Incident = Theft of personal property Fire Incident = Activation of a fire warning system Equipment Incident = Malfunction of a medical device during use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following examples of reporting errors with their potential impacts:

    <p>Delaying incident reporting = Can obscure trends in patient safety Failure to maintain report files = Hinders accountability and transparency Not notifying officials of media incidents = Can lead to misinformation in the public Poor documentation of adverse incidents = Limits organizational learning and improvement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the component of an incident report with its significance:

    <p>Description of Incident = Details the circumstances leading to the event Immediate Actions Taken = Shows response time and urgency of care Witness Statements = Provides additional perspectives on the incident Follow-up Actions Required = Ensures future prevention of similar incidents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following concepts with their definitions:

    <p>Adverse Incident = An unplanned event resulting in harm Incident Report Form = Official document for reporting incidents Continuous Improvement = Ongoing effort to enhance service quality Transparent Management System = Open procedures for addressing incidents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the reporting recommendation with its purpose:

    <p>Immediate Reporting = Facilitates quick response and management of incidents Comprehensive Documentation = Ensures accuracy in incident analysis Family Involvement = Promotes transparency and trust in care Regular Auditing = Identifies trends and improves safety protocols</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following policies with their focus areas:

    <p>Incident Reporting Policy = Supports a culture of transparency Workplace Safety Policy = Focuses on user safety within facilities Patient Care Improvement Policy = Aims to enhance quality of healthcare services Staff Support Policy = Encourages reporting without punishment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following types of incidents with their appropriate definitions:

    <p>Adverse Incident = An event that causes harm or injury to a patient Clinical Incident = An incident that directly affects a patient's clinical care Hazard = A potential danger that can cause harm Security Incident = An event that threatens the safety or security of the facility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following reporting timelines with their corresponding policies:

    <p>Incident must be reported = Within 48 hours of occurrence Adverse incident recording = Within 24 hours after identification Annual review deadline = 1/12/2025 Media involvement notification = In writing and immediately</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following incident types with their specific reporting requirements:

    <p>Medication Incident = Should be reported immediately Vehicle Incident = Reported only if there are injuries Fire Incident = Requires notification regardless of size Personal Incident = Includes exposure to blood and body fluids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following aspects of the policy with their emphasis:

    <p>Incident reporting = Enhancing patient safety measures Policy auditing = Detecting trends in complaints Culture of reporting = Promoting a blame-free environment Patient feedback = Identifying unexpected events</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following responsibilities with the appropriate roles:

    <p>Hospital Administrator = Maintains the Incident Report File Center Staff = Responsible for reporting incidents Policy Auditors = Ensure compliance with reporting procedures Ministry of Health = Notified for all incidents involving media</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the types of incidents with their definitions:

    <p>Adverse Incident = An event that results in harm to a patient Clinical Incident = An event that occurs in the clinical setting affecting patient care Personal Incident = An incident involving exposure to blood and body fluids Hazard = Something that has the potential to cause harm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the roles with their responsibilities in the Incident Reporting Policy:

    <p>Hospital Administrator = Maintain an 'Incident Report File' Healthcare Staff = Report incidents within 48 hours Ministry of Health Officials = Receive written notifications of media-related incidents Patient Feedback = Identify trends for improving healthcare systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the reporting timelines with their requirements:

    <p>48 hours = Time limit for reporting all incidents 24 hours = Recommended time for reporting medication errors Immediately = Action required for severe adverse incidents Weekly = Frequency for reviewing reported incidents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the incident reporting procedures with their characteristics:

    <p>Incident Report Form = Used for documenting details of incidents Audit Checklist = Developed for evaluating policy effectiveness Patient Satisfaction Surveys = Tools for collecting feedback on care Incident Categorization = Classifies incidents based on severity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the consequences of incident reporting with their effects:

    <p>Promoting a blame culture = Hinders effective reporting Identifying trends = Helps in preventing future incidents Immediate assessment = First step in managing an incident Engagement in learning = Fosters continuous improvements in healthcare</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms related to incident reporting with their definitions:

    <p>Incident Report = Form used to document unusual problems or incidents Adverse Incident = An event likely to lead to undesirable effects Clinical Incident = Any incident that affects patient care Hazard = Something that can cause harm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following components of an incident reporting framework with their purposes:

    <p>Documentation = Recording events to identify trends Assessment = Evaluating the severity of incidents Notification = Informing relevant authorities about incidents Analysis = Determining the underlying causes of incidents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following reporting timelines with their required actions:

    <p>48 hours = Timeframe to report all incidents Immediate = Action required for medication incidents Post discharge = Reporting events related to hospital treatment Delayed reporting = Up to 48 hours for certain incidents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following types of incidents with their relevant characteristics:

    <p>Security Incident = Involves unauthorized access or threats Vehicle Incident = Impacts equipment during transportation Personal Incident = May involve exposure to bodily fluids Fire Incident = Any incident related to fire or alarms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following objectives of the Incident/Accident Reporting policy with their intended outcomes:

    <p>Trend Identification = Recognizing patterns in complaints and incidents Patient Safety = Enhancing care by preventing adverse events Accountability = Assigning responsibility for incident management Culture of Reporting = Encouraging open communication about incidents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements best reflects the requirements for reporting incidents under the policy?

    <p>All incidents should be reported within 48 hours, regardless of severity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct role of the Hospital Administrator in the incident reporting process?

    <p>To maintain an 'Incident Report File' and oversee reporting compliance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scenario requires immediate reporting according to the Incident Reporting policy?

    <p>A clinical incident arises that results in moderate harm to a patient.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a primary objective of the Incident/Accident Reporting policy?

    <p>Promoting a culture of fear and blame among staff.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect characterizes the approach promoted by the Incident Reporting policy?

    <p>A transparent and cooperative methodology aimed at overall improvement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the time frame for reporting all incidents and accidents as per the policy?

    <p>Within 48 hours of occurrence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the reporting of adverse incidents is true?

    <p>The reporting of adverse incidents is encouraged to foster a culture of transparency.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which party is primarily responsible for maintaining an 'Incident Report File'?

    <p>The Hospital Administrator or their designee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What approach does the Incident/Accident Reporting policy promote for problem resolution?

    <p>A person-centered approach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who must be notified in writing of all incidents involving media issues?

    <p>The Ministry of Health officials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of an incident report?

    <p>To document any unusual problem that may lead to undesirable effects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following situations would require the completion of an incident report?

    <p>An unexpected variation from established policies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What could be considered a consequence of failing to report an incident?

    <p>Increased risk of the same issue occurring again.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of information is most critical to include in an incident report?

    <p>Details of the event that could lead to undesirable effects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of incident reporting, which of the following statements is true?

    <p>All variations from the norm should be documented regardless of their potential impact.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An incident report is used solely for documenting physical injuries.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An adverse incident is only defined as a situation that results in severe harm to patients.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ministry of Health officials must be notified of all incidents involving media issues verbally.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An 'Incident Report File' must be maintained by either the Hospital Administrator or their designee.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Policy auditing can detect incidents that occur at any time, not just immediately after they occur.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Incident/Accident Reporting policy only requires notifications for severe incidents affecting patients.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sentinel event does NOT require reporting under the existing policy?

    <p>An error in medication dispensing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of analysis can help identify the root causes of incidents in healthcare settings?

    <p>Cause and Effect Analysis Investigation Form</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the purpose of the Action Hierarchy as outlined in the documents?

    <p>To categorize actions based on their strength in preventing reoccurrence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which category of sentinel event includes incidents of self-harm by staff?

    <p>Staff Suicide or Self-harm incidents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the electronic report forms mentioned in the documents?

    <p>To track adverse incidents and establish corrective actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a sentinel event?

    <p>A patient safety issue resulting in severe temporary or permanent harm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following defines 'Severe Temporary Harm'?

    <p>Critical harm lasting less than four months without permanent effects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered an invasive procedure?

    <p>Visual examination with no body access.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the corrective action plan following a sentinel event?

    <p>To prevent the reoccurrence of similar events.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes the 'Internal Notification Date'?

    <p>The date when the event occurs within the facility.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Measures of Effectiveness' refer to in the context of this policy?

    <p>Data quantifying compliance and the impact of recommended changes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What criteria determine the applicability of this policy?

    <p>Applicable to all healthcare staff and facilities regulated by MOH.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes the role of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) in sentinel events?

    <p>A process for analyzing underlying causes of events to improve outcomes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be ensured when a sentinel event involves multiple facilities within the same region?

    <p>Quality and Patient Safety in the RHD shall facilitate the RCA review.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required of the healthcare facility after a sentinel event is reported?

    <p>To provide needed support to the staff involved as per the second victim program.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should lessons learned from sentinel events be disseminated?

    <p>Through the Quality and Patient Safety departments to relevant facilities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should the initial disclosure of a sentinel event to the patient occur?

    <p>Immediately upon discovering the incident.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key performance measurement related to incident reporting time frames?

    <p>Measuring compliance with 48 hours reporting to the MOH Portal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of support should be provided to staff involved in a sentinel event?

    <p>Legal and psychological support as per the second victim program.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the role of the GD-QPS in case of sentinel events across different regions?

    <p>They facilitate the RCA and team formation in coordination with relevant deputies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to reports of lessons learned from sentinel events?

    <p>They are disseminated regularly to the General Directorate of Hospitals Affairs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a responsibility of the healthcare facility once a sentinel event occurs?

    <p>To secure the confidentiality and security of the reported event.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the final disclosure process to the patient include?

    <p>Completeness of the RCA by the treating team and coordination with hospital leadership.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes a Sentinel Event in the context of incident reporting?

    <p>Incidents that result in actual injury or death.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best defines the role of the Most Responsible Physician (MRP)?

    <p>The physician accountable for overall patient management during their hospital stay.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a Corrective Action Plan (CAP)?

    <p>To identify and implement strategies to reduce the risk of similar incidents.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a typical member of the RCA team?

    <p>Representatives from the IT department.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Within what time frame must Sentinel Events be reported to the Ministry of Health?

    <p>Within 48 hours after discovery.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which document serves as a structured retrospective analysis to identify root causes of an event?

    <p>Root Cause Analysis (RCA).</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these categories is essential for developing a Sentinel Events Policy in a healthcare facility?

    <p>Reporting must be aligned with national sentinel event criteria.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What method can contribute to the identification of Sentinel Events?

    <p>Social media monitoring.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes the definition of a Safety Event Report (SER)?

    <p>It includes any undesired incidents affecting patients or staff.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which role does the Regional Health Directorate (RHD) primarily serve in relation to Health care facilities?

    <p>Overseeing the compliance to national healthcare regulations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary requirement for a health care facility after receiving a report of a sentinel event?

    <p>They must respond to the GD-QPS within 24 working hours.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who should NOT be included in the RCA review committee?

    <p>Any individual involved in the sentinel event.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the case of patient death as a result of a sentinel event, what is a critical action regarding the patient's medical record?

    <p>It should be secured with controlled access to prevent modifications.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the general director of the health care facility when a sentinel event is reported?

    <p>To activate the RCA review committee.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement correctly describes the rights of the RCA review committee?

    <p>They have the right to interview individuals at all organizational levels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If the sentinel event does not result in patient death, how must the patient medical record be managed?

    <p>The original is released while keeping a copy secured.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be ensured regarding the devices involved in a sentinel event?

    <p>They need to have controlled and secured access.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a requirement for at least one member of the RCA review committee?

    <p>They should have extensive knowledge in the RCA workflow process.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action should the GD-QPS take if the facility does not respond to the initial email notification?

    <p>They will escalate the situation through their mechanism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Incident/Accident Reporting Policy

    • The Ministry of Health uses a system to ensure quality patient care.
    • This policy provides a method to report incidents involving patients, staff, visitors, equipment, or services.
    • It aims to improve overall care and promotes a culture of teamwork and transparency.
    • This policy is not a replacement for the Ministry of Public Service Disciplinary Manual.

    Purpose and Applicability

    • Provide a safe working environment.
    • Support a culture of reporting adverse incidents fairly.
    • Establish a structured incident management system.
    • Transition from a person-centered to a system-centered approach to problem resolution.
    • Identify trends in complaints, claims, and adverse events.
    • Maximize opportunities for improvement.
    • Applies to all Ministry of Health employees, students, interns, and voluntary workers.

    Policy Statements

    • All staff must report adverse incidents, risks, harms, or hazards to their supervisor immediately or within 24 hours if immediate action is not possible.
    • All incidents/accidents must be reported within 24 hours of occurrence.
    • Ministry of Health officials must be informed in writing of any incidents involving media.
    • Incident reports are maintained by a Hospital Administrator.
    • Family members and legal guardians of affected patients will be notified and involved in a meeting.
    • Radiological/laboratory involvement requires physician approval/countersignature.
    • Staff escort for injured visitors to ER (Emergency Room), and Charge Nurse/Dept Head completes the report.
    • Ward/Department heads complete reports if staff injury prevents completion.
    • Staff must follow the incident report policy for accurate report completion.
    • Damaged/involved equipment should be retained along with documentation of the exact condition at the time of the incident.
    • If equipment is part of a batch, check if the defect is due to faulty storage and potentially withdraw the entire batch.
    • Reports are reviewed, analyzed, and the gathered data is used for trend analysis. Review analysis considers hospital managers, Deputy Regional Health managers, Regional Health Managers, reporting to Health Service Directors.
    • Incident reports must be completed accurately, detailing facts and avoiding opinions.

    Definitions

    • Adverse Incident: An event/circumstance during care leading to unintended harm, loss, or damage.
    • Risk: The chance of something happening, measured by consequence and likelihood.
    • Harm: Any injury (physical or psychological), disease, suffering, disability, or death, unexpected or not directly related to the patient's condition.
    • Hazard: Anything with the potential to cause harm.

    Procedure

    • When to Report: Incidents should be reported immediately or within 24 hours.
    • What to Report: Clinical incidents (medication errors, medical device malfunctions), equipment incidents, personal incidents (exposure to hazards), violence, abuse, harassment, fire incidents, security incidents, vehicle incidents, incidents with publicity potential, radiologic/lab incidents, incidents involving media, and more.

    How to Report

    • Utilize the hospital's incident report forms.
    • Multiple people/departments involved require separate forms for each person.
    • Incidents affecting multiple departments should be rated by each department based on their impact.
    • Incident identification methods include medical record reviews, post-discharge reporting, policy auditing, and patient feedback/complaints.

    Procedure for Managing Incidents

    • Assess the injured individual and damaged property immediately to determine the extent of harm.
    • Implement appropriate treatment/actions to minimize injury.
    • For patient errors, consult with relevant medical teams for assessment and referral.
    • Inform the patient and/or their family of the incident and necessary treatment.
    • Address media involvement appropriately, and avoid releasing information prematurely.
    • Ensure reports are accurate and factual.
    • Record Management actions and preventative measures, and feed this information back to the unit/department.
    • Keep incident forms and any related materials (equipment, packaging, etc.) for further analysis.

    Incident Review

    • Conduct incident reviews by aggregating reports to identify potential trends.
    • Analyze aggregate reviews for incident variables and details. These details include incident type, nature of harm, incident circumstances, causation, actions taken, and proposed solutions.

    Frequency Analysis

    • Use frequency analysis to count the occurrences of selected incident-related variables, considering factors such as speciality, department, time period, incident type, nature of harm, environment, and causation.

    Implementing and Monitoring Improvement Strategies

    • Learning from incidents, reviews, feedback, and comparisons with best practices are used to develop and implement improvement strategies.
    • Identify and implement strategies to improve patient safety and care quality.
    • Support staff through all processes and involve them in solutions.

    Training

    • Training is crucial to ensure all staff are aware of their incident reporting duties, and to develop incident management skills.
    • Provide in-service training to address problems identified from incident reports.
    • Maintain detailed records of training sessions and updates.

    Forms

    • Use the MOH Incident/Accident Report Form.

    Responsibilities

    • Staff involved in incidents must complete incident reports, with multiple staff needing separate reports.
    • Hospital administrators, supported by hospital management and health officials, will review and analyze all incidents for frequency analysis and ongoing trend reporting to health service directors.
    • Regional health personnel submit quarterly incident reports to their respective Deputy Directors.
    • Organize and implement training to build staff incident reporting awareness and skill development.
    • Communicate with patients and families regarding incidents promptly and involve them in discussions or activities based on details about the incident occurrence.
    • Support staff through investigations, providing ongoing assistance and appropriate resources.
    • Avoid placing undue pressure on staff involved in an incident.

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    Related Documents

    Ministry of Health Incident/Accident Reporting Policy PDF 2009
    Incident Reporting Policy PDF
    Sentinel Events Root Cause Analysis PDF

    Description

    This quiz covers the Incident/Accident Reporting Policy utilized by the Ministry of Health. It emphasizes the importance of reporting incidents involving patients, staff, and equipment to enhance quality care and foster a culture of transparency. The policy encourages a systematic approach to management and improvement in services.

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