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What should you assess regardless of age group?
What should you assess regardless of age group?
Confusion or Depression
What is the rationale for National Patient Safety Goal 6?
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?
What is an important concept of being a patient advocate?
Accepting the patient's decision
Which of the following is a patient responsibility?
Which of the following is a patient responsibility?
What does sandwich generation mean?
What does sandwich generation mean?
Which practice is good when listening to patients?
Which practice is good when listening to patients?
When delivering care, what type of language do you need to determine in patients?
When delivering care, what type of language do you need to determine in patients?
What should your goals in end-of-life care include?
What should your goals in end-of-life care include?
Which of the following is accurate concerning nonverbal communication?
Which of the following is accurate concerning nonverbal communication?
Which example qualifies as a sentinel event that would require review by the Joint Commission?
Which example qualifies as a sentinel event that would require review by the Joint Commission?
What is a sentinel event?
What is a sentinel event?
What is the intention of the Universal Protocol?
What is the intention of the Universal Protocol?
According to the National Patient Safety Goals, which type of therapy poses a risk to patients due to its complex dosing?
According to the National Patient Safety Goals, which type of therapy poses a risk to patients due to its complex dosing?
What does a comprehensive systematic analysis following a sentinel event help identify?
What does a comprehensive systematic analysis following a sentinel event help identify?
Which of the following is accurate concerning patient rights?
Which of the following is accurate concerning patient rights?
Which of the following is important to remember when providing care to adults ages 80 and older?
Which of the following is important to remember when providing care to adults ages 80 and older?
What is considered an essential component of cultural competence for healthcare workers according to the Joint Commission?
What is considered an essential component of cultural competence for healthcare workers according to the Joint Commission?
What is an example of patient's rights?
What is an example of patient's rights?
Which of the following is part of the Integrated Ethics model?
Which of the following is part of the Integrated Ethics model?
According to the Joint Commission's ethical standards, what is accurate concerning your role as a healthcare worker?
According to the Joint Commission's ethical standards, what is accurate concerning your role as a healthcare worker?
Which of the following is an example of a non-judgemental question?
Which of the following is an example of a non-judgemental question?
What should patients be told when they have a grievance regarding any part of the care provided to them?
What should patients be told when they have a grievance regarding any part of the care provided to them?
Which of the following is an important principle for the healthcare professional to provide ethical care?
Which of the following is an important principle for the healthcare professional to provide ethical care?
According to the National Patient Safety Goals, acceptable patient identifiers include which of the following?
According to the National Patient Safety Goals, acceptable patient identifiers include which of the following?
According to the National Patient Safety Goals, which components assist in improving communication among healthcare professionals regarding critical tests and diagnostic procedures?
According to the National Patient Safety Goals, which components assist in improving communication among healthcare professionals regarding critical tests and diagnostic procedures?
What is the term for an event, incident or condition that could have resulted in harm to a patient?
What is the term for an event, incident or condition that could have resulted in harm to a patient?
When must two patient identifiers be used?
When must two patient identifiers be used?
What practices do interpreters use to improve communication?
What practices do interpreters use to improve communication?
Flashcards
Patient Confusion Assessment
Patient Confusion Assessment
Regularly checking patients for signs of confusion, crucial for appropriate care across all ages.
National Patient Safety Goal 6
National Patient Safety Goal 6
Focuses on improving clinical alarm system safety to prevent mismanagement.
Patient Advocacy
Patient Advocacy
Respecting a patient's choices and decisions is a key part of patient advocacy.
Pain Relief Responsibility
Pain Relief Responsibility
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Sandwich Generation
Sandwich Generation
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Genuine Interest (Patient Interactions)
Genuine Interest (Patient Interactions)
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Primary Language (Patient Care)
Primary Language (Patient Care)
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End-of-Life Care Goals
End-of-Life Care Goals
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Nonverbal Communication
Nonverbal Communication
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Ethical Dilemma (Incentives)
Ethical Dilemma (Incentives)
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Universal Protocol
Universal Protocol
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Anticoagulation Risk
Anticoagulation Risk
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Sentinel Event Investigation
Sentinel Event Investigation
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Health Information in Understandable Language
Health Information in Understandable Language
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Mental Decline Assumptions
Mental Decline Assumptions
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Sentinel Event Definition
Sentinel Event Definition
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Hand Hygiene Improvement
Hand Hygiene Improvement
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Cultural Competence in Healthcare
Cultural Competence in Healthcare
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Patient's Right to Refuse Experimental Meds
Patient's Right to Refuse Experimental Meds
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Integrated Ethics Model
Integrated Ethics Model
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Patient Confidentiality
Patient Confidentiality
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Non-judgmental Questioning
Non-judgmental Questioning
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Grievance Processes
Grievance Processes
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Patient Self-Determination
Patient Self-Determination
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Patient Identification
Patient Identification
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Timely Reporting of Critical Results
Timely Reporting of Critical Results
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Near Miss Incident
Near Miss Incident
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Interpreters in Healthcare
Interpreters in Healthcare
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Study Notes
Patient Safety and Communication
- Assess for confusion or depression across all age groups to ensure proper care.
- National Patient Safety Goal 6 aims to enhance clinical alarm systems' safety, highlighting the risks of mismanagement.
- Accepting a patient’s decision is fundamental to patient advocacy.
- Patients hold the responsibility to request pain relief early during onset.
- The "sandwich generation" refers to individuals caring for both their parents and children.
Patient Interaction and Care
- Show genuine interest in patients' responses to build trust during interactions.
- Determining a patient’s primary language is crucial for effective communication.
- End-of-life care goals should align with the patient’s values and preferences.
- Nonverbal communication varies; being culturally sensitive is important, e.g., a smile is universally accepted, while touching heads may be offensive in some cultures.
Ethics and Patient Rights
- An ethical dilemma can arise when a medical device company offers incentives to physicians, indicating potential conflicts of interest.
- The Universal Protocol is designed to prevent wrong-site, wrong-procedure, and wrong-person surgeries.
- Anticoagulation therapy poses a significant risk due to its complex dosing requirements.
- Investigating contributory factors after sentinel events enhances patient safety and care quality.
Cultural Competence and Diversity
- Patient rights include receiving health information in an understandable language.
- It is important to avoid assumptions about mental decline in older adults, recognizing individual capabilities.
- A sentinel event is defined as a significant incident causing patient death or serious harm.
- Hand hygiene improvement is a key strategy to tackle healthcare-associated infections.
Ethical Standards and Responsibilities
- Valuing diversity is essential for healthcare workers to provide culturally competent care.
- Patients have the right to refuse experimental medications suggested by healthcare providers.
- The Integrated Ethics model involves promoting ethical behavior in all organizational interactions.
- Safeguarding patient confidentiality and privacy is a key responsibility of healthcare professionals.
Effective Communication and Grievance Handling
- Non-judgmental questioning fosters open dialogue, e.g., asking what caused the illness.
- Patients should be informed about grievance processes to express dissatisfaction regarding care.
- Ethical care requires allowing patients self-determination in health-related choices.
- Patient identifiers, such as name and birthdate, are crucial for correct patient verification.
Communication Effectiveness
- Timely reporting of critical test results is essential for effective interprofessional communication.
- The term "near miss" describes an incident that could have harmed a patient but did not.
- Both healthcare providers and patients benefit from interpreters using appropriate language in communication.
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Test your knowledge on patient safety, communication, and ethics in healthcare. This quiz covers essential concepts such as patient advocacy, the role of communication in care, and the importance of understanding patient values. Enhance your understanding of patient interactions and safety protocols.
