Patient Safety and Communication Quiz
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Which of the following is a potential benefit of ambulation for a patient?

  • Decreased mental alertness and cognitive function
  • Reduced risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
  • Improved circulation and cardiovascular function (correct)
  • Increased risk of injury and muscle strain

    • What is the correct body mechanics for lifting patients and heavy objects?

  • Using the legs with a straight spine (correct)
  • Lifting with only the arms to avoid leg strain
  • Bending at the waist to lift with the back
  • Twisting at the waist while lifting

    • What should be a consideration when moving patients or heavy equipment?

  • Ignoring any discomfort or strain in the body
  • Using excessive force to expedite the process
  • Maintaining good posture to minimize the risk of injury (correct)
  • Relying solely on mechanical lifts for all movements

    • What is an example of a key term associated with electricity?

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

    How can the risk for electrical shock to patients and healthcare professionals be reduced?

    <p>Ensuring proper insulation of electrical equipment and wires</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the potential physiologic effects that electrical current can have on the body?

    <p>Muscle contractions and tissue damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the conditions needed for fire?

    <p>Fuel, oxygen, and heat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important consideration related to patient safety in healthcare settings?

    <p>Ensuring patient safety as the first consideration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most important aspect of safe patient care according to the 2018 National Patient Safety Goals of TJC?

    <p>Improving the accuracy of patient identification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential harmful effect of high currents passing through the chest?

    <p>Ventricular fibrillation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main power source used in most homes and hospitals?

    <p>110-V power source</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done first when using a fire extinguisher in a patient care area?

    <p>Pull pin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are fires in oxygen-enriched atmospheres (OEAs) more difficult to extinguish?

    <p>They are larger and more intense</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a factor affecting communication?

    <p>Conflict resolution strategies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three conditions required for a fire to start?

    <p>Oxygen, flammable material, high temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a practitioner focus on to enhance their ability to communicate effectively?

    <p>Sending skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the five basic components of communication?

    <p>Sender, message, channel, receiver, feedback</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key component in health care communication?

    <p>Active listening</p> Signup and view all the answers

    "Verbal and internal qualities (e.g., values, experiences, etc.)" of the sender and receiver are factors affecting:

    <p>&quot;Communication in Health Care&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important aspect of effective feedback in communication?

    <p>Reflecting the speaker's feelings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a barrier to communication in health care?

    <p>Conflict of interest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct action to take when errors are noticed in charting patient progress notes?

    <p>Write 'Error' and initial the correction, then notify the physician of the error</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a small current that enters the body through external catheters and may cause ventricular fibrillation?

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

    Which of the following represents an assertive and uncooperative conflict resolution strategy?

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

    Which strategy for handling conflict involves trying to find mutually satisfying solutions?

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

    Study Notes

    Ambulation and Body Mechanics

    • Ambulation can have potential benefits for patients
    • Correct body mechanics for lifting patients and heavy objects involves bending at the knees, keeping the back straight, and lifting with the leg muscles

    Electrical Safety

    • A key term associated with electricity is "microampere"
    • The risk of electrical shock to patients and healthcare professionals can be reduced by using grounding, insulation, and proper maintenance of electrical equipment
    • Electrical current can have physiologic effects on the body, including ventricular fibrillation and cardiac arrest
    • High currents passing through the chest can cause cardiac arrest

    Fire Safety

    • The three conditions required for a fire to start are oxygen, fuel, and heat
    • Fires in oxygen-enriched atmospheres (OEAs) are more difficult to extinguish due to the increased oxygen supply
    • When using a fire extinguisher in a patient care area, first identify the type of fire and ensure the correct extinguisher is used

    Communication

    • Effective communication is critical in healthcare settings
    • The five basic components of communication are sender, message, channel, receiver, and feedback
    • "Verbal and internal qualities (e.g., values, experiences, etc.)" of the sender and receiver are factors affecting communication
    • Active listening, clear and concise language, and nonverbal cues are important for effective communication
    • Barriers to communication in healthcare include language, cultural, and emotional differences
    • Assertive and uncooperative conflict resolution strategies involve standing up for one's rights without violating others'
    • Collaborative conflict resolution strategies involve finding mutually satisfying solutions

    Patient Safety and Charting

    • Patient safety is a critical aspect of healthcare, and the most important aspect according to the 2018 National Patient Safety Goals of TJC is identifying patients correctly
    • When errors are noticed in charting patient progress notes, correct them immediately and notify the healthcare team
    • Microshock, a small current that enters the body through external catheters, can cause ventricular fibrillation

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    Test your knowledge on patient safety, conflict resolution, ambulation, and electrical safety with this quiz. Learn about recognizing and resolving sources of conflict, ambulating patients, understanding key electrical terms, and reducing the risk of electrical shock to patients.

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