Joint Commission Survey and Accreditation
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What is the frequency of on-site surveys by a Joint Commission survey team for organizations?

  • Every 3 years (correct)
  • Every 5 years
  • Every 10 years
  • Every 2 years

    • What is the purpose of the Joint Commission survey team during an on-site survey?

  • To provide medication to patients
  • To punish the organization for non-compliance
  • Only to evaluate the organization
  • To evaluate the organization and provide education and guidance (correct)

    • What is the primary concern related to medication storage and security?

  • Medication carts in unsecure areas
  • Light sensitive medication
  • Refrigerator temperature excursions
  • All of the above (correct)

    • What is the time window for administering scheduled medications according to the new rule?

    <p>Hospital-defined policies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a time-critical medication?

    <p>All of the above, except antihistamines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of early or late administration of time-critical medications beyond the specified time frame?

    <p>Harm or significant impact on the intended therapeutic effect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum amount of medication typically available at the patient-care area at any time?

    <p>A 24-hour supply of doses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information is concurrently maintained in the pharmacy for each patient?

    <p>Patient's medication profile</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of including the controlled substance symbol on the unit dose label?

    <p>To comply with DEA regulations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the amount of medication in a single unit or package?

    <p>Total contents delivered</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the American Society of Hospital Pharmacists, what is the purpose of unit dose labeling?

    <p>To reduce medication errors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a benefit of an electronic system that controls and tracks medication dispensing?

    <p>Lower risk of medication error</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of a Decentralized Unit Dose Drug Distribution System (DUDD)?

    <p>Small satellite pharmacies are located on each floor of the hospital</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a Centralized Unit Dose Drug Distribution System (CUDD)?

    <p>To dispense all inpatient drugs in unit doses from a central area pharmacy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential drawback of implementing an electronic system to control and track medication dispensing?

    <p>Higher cost per delivered dose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common element of a Unit Dose System?

    <p>Medications are contained in, and administered from, single unit or unit dose packages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential benefit of a Unit Dose System in reducing medication errors?

    <p>Lower risk of medication error</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary advantage of using a pneumatic tube drug delivery system?

    <p>To facilitate rapid delivery of medications to patient care areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common issue with the pneumatic tube system?

    <p>Lab specimens sent in pharmaceutical tubes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is remote access to medication inventory management important?

    <p>To facilitate centralized pharmacy management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential problem with using the pneumatic tube system for certain medications?

    <p>Protein denaturation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which company offers the AcuDose-Rx Metro and medDISPENSE systems?

    <p>McKesson Corporation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of using automated medication dispensing systems?

    <p>To improve medication dispensing accuracy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP)?

    <p>Medical error prevention and safe medication use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following medications is NOT classified as a High-Risk High-Alert medication?

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

    What is the purpose of ISMP's Confused Drug Name List?

    <p>To highlight medications with similar names or packaging</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the hospital review and revise its list of Look-Alike/Sound-Alike (LASA) medications annually?

    <p>To reduce the risk of medication errors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the ISMP Acute Care Guidelines for Timely Administration of Scheduled Medications?

    <p>To provide guidance on medication administration schedules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a High-Risk High-Alert medication?

    <p>Concentrated Electrolytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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