Exam Questions and Verified Correct Answers
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Which is an example of communication patterns which may lead to adverse
events and close calls? - answer>>>All of the above
Patient safety goals are a priority of the VA and which accrediting body? -
answer>>>The Joint Commission
Who is eligible for care within the Veterans Health Administration? -
answer>>>Only those who served in the active duty military
What should you do as you enter or leave a patient's room, or between
patient contacts? - answer>>>Cleanse your hands using an alcohol-based rub
and/or antibacterial soap and water wash
What would you do before performing a moderately invasive procedure,
such as the insertion of a central intravenous catheter? - answer>>>Wash
and disinfect your hands before putting on sterile gloves and again after the
procedure
Contaminated or soiled materials such as gloves, drapes, and sponges are
potential sources to spread infectious agents.
What should you do with all used or contaminated materials? -
answer>>>Dispose of them in appropriately labeled containers
Which of the following suicide warning signs must be reported to your
supervising practitioner? - answer>>>All of the above
, Which of the following are signs of possible neglect? - answer>>>All of the
above
An 84 year old man is admitted from his son's home for dehydration. He has
a history of moderate to severe dementia and is very underweight. He has a
large bed sore. His hair is unkempt, his teeth are in poor condition, and his
clothing is disheveled and dirty.
What should you do? - answer>>>Report the findings and possibility of
abuse/neglect to your supervisor
In VA, treatment of pain is a high priority. - answer>>>True
Which is the best way to deal with a patient who you suspect is developing
an opioid use disorder? - answer>>>Discuss options that are available for
support and treatment
Buprenorphine and Methadone are FDA approved for the treatment of
Opioid Use Disorder and are also good pain relievers. - answer>>>True
The best way to dispose of opioid medication is to crush the pills and flush
them down the toilet. - answer>>>False
Which is/are ways to help patients avoid accidental opioid overdose? -
answer>>>All of the above
You do not need to get your supervisor's approval to accept a gift from a
Foreign Government if the value is below $375. - answer>>>False