Nursing Prophecy Core Mandatory Part II Quiz

Questions and Answers

What should you assess regardless of age group?

Confusion or Depression

What is the rationale for National Patient Safety Goal 6?

To improve patient safety if clinical alarm systems are not properly managed

What is an important concept of being a patient advocate?

Accepting the patient's decision

Which of the following is a patient responsibility?

To ask for pain relief when the pain first begins Signup and view all the answers

What does sandwich generation mean?

The generation responsible for caring for their parents and their children Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is good practice when listening to patients?

Show your genuine interest in the patient's replies Signup and view all the answers

What type of language should you determine in patients when delivering care?

Primary Signup and view all the answers

What should your goals in end-of-life care include?

Ensuring that decisions made are consistent with the values and desires of the patient Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is accurate concerning nonverbal communication?

A smile is an expression that means the same thing in all cultures Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an ethical dilemma?

A medical device company buying a trip to New York City for a physician, as a thank you for using their device during a recent surgery Signup and view all the answers

What is the intention of the Universal Protocol?

Prevent wrong site, wrong procedure, wrong person surgery Signup and view all the answers

According to the National Patient Safety Goals, which type of therapy poses a risk to patients due to its complex dosing?

Anticoagulation therapy Signup and view all the answers

What does a comprehensive systematic analysis following a sentinel event help identify?

The contributory factors associated with the event Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is accurate concerning patient rights?

Health information must be provided in a language that patients understand Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is important to remember when providing care to adults ages 80 and older?

There is no reason to assume mental decline has occurred Signup and view all the answers

Which example qualifies as a sentinel event that would require review by the Joint Commission?

A patient who commits suicide within 72 hours of being discharged from a hospital setting that provides staffed, around the clock care Signup and view all the answers

What is a sentinel event?

An event that affects a patient causing death, harm, or intervention required to sustain life Signup and view all the answers

According to the National Patient Safety Goals, what is one of the most important ways to address healthcare associated infections?

Improving hand hygiene of healthcare staff Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an essential component of cultural competence for healthcare workers according to the Joint Commission?

Valuing Diversity Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of patients' rights?

Patients are entitled to refuse an experimental drug that may be prescribed by their provider Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is part of the Integrated Ethics model?

How the organization supports ethical behavior in the everyday interactions in the workplace Signup and view all the answers

According to the Joint Commission's ethical standards, what is your role as a healthcare worker?

You must safeguard confidences and privacy at all times Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a non-judgemental question?

What do you think caused the illness? Signup and view all the answers

What should patients be told when they have a grievance regarding any part of the care provided to them?

Be told about the process involved in filing a complaint Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an important principle for healthcare professionals to provide ethical care?

Allow the patient the right of self-determination regarding health decisions Signup and view all the answers

According to the National Patient Safety Goals, what are acceptable patient identifiers?

Patients' name and birthdate Signup and view all the answers

According to the National Patient Safety Goals, which component will assist in improving communication among healthcare professionals regarding critical tests?

Reporting critical test results and diagnostic procedures on a timely basis according to policies and procedures Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for an event, incident, or condition that could have resulted in harm to a patient?

Close call Signup and view all the answers

When must two patient identifiers be used?

Collecting a blood specimen Signup and view all the answers

What practices do interpreters use to improve communication?

Use of words that are appropriate to both providers and patients Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Patient Assessment and Responsibilities

Assess confusion or depression in patients, regardless of age group.
Patients are responsible for asking for pain relief when symptoms first present.

National Patient Safety Goals

Goal 6 aims to improve clinical alarm systems to enhance patient safety.
Anticoagulation therapy poses dosing risks; improve hand hygiene to combat healthcare-associated infections.

Patient Advocacy and Rights

Accepting a patient's decisions is crucial in advocacy.
Patients have the right to receive health information in an understandable language.
Patients can refuse experimental drugs prescribed by their healthcare provider.

Communication Practices

Show genuine interest when listening to patients.
Understand the patient's primary language for effective communication.
Use appropriate language when interacting, including non-judgmental questions.

End-of-Life Care

Goals should align with the patient's values and desires.

Nonverbal Communication

Smiles have universally understood meanings, while cultural variations exist in gestures.
Touching another person’s head can be offensive in some cultures.

Ethical Practices in Healthcare

Analyze contributory factors after sentinel events to prevent recurrence.
Safeguarding patient confidentiality and privacy is a vital role for healthcare workers.
Ethical dilemmas, like corporate gifts to physicians, can complicate decision-making.

Sentinel Events

A sentinel event is an incident resulting in patient death, harm, or required life-sustaining intervention.
Examples include a patient committing suicide soon after discharge from a care facility.

Integrated Ethics Model

Fosters support for ethical behavior in workplace interactions.
Emphasizes valuing diversity as essential for cultural competence.

Patient Grievances and Rights

Patients should be informed about how to file complaints regarding care issues.
Ethical care provides patients the right to make their own health decisions.

Effective Communication Among Healthcare Professionals

Timely reporting of critical tests and diagnostic procedures enhances communication.
Use two patient identifiers, such as name and birthdate, when collecting blood specimens for safety.

Importance of Language and Interpreters

Interpreters should employ words appropriate for both patients and providers to facilitate clear communication.

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Test your knowledge with this flashcard quiz designed for nursing students studying the Prophecy Core Mandatory Part II. Assess key concepts like patient safety goals, advocacy, and important assessments for patients of all age groups. Perfect for preparing for nursing exams.