CORRECT Answers
Key elements of the CCT Role - CORRECT ANSWER - -Works under the guidance and
supervision of an RN
-good communication and interpersonal skills
-good organizational skills
-reliable, dependable & responsible
-applies principles of safety, infection control and patient nights to all aspect of care
-as a member of the Nursing team, you are expected to subscribe to the high standards that
nurses at RWJ set for themselves.
4 P's - CORRECT ANSWER - Pain
Potty
Position
Personal needs/ possessions
Active Listening - CORRECT ANSWER - -Be non-judgmental
-Use emotional control
-Do not let others easily upset you
-Try to focus on the message/speaker
-Avoid feeling personally attacked
-Remain neutral, do not offer advice
CCT's Role - CORRECT ANSWER - -Recognize factors that may affect patients at
different stages of life
-Provide emotional support
-Provide privacy
-Encourage choice and decision making
, -Encourage independence
-treat people with respect and dignity
Sentinel event - CORRECT ANSWER - examples are wrong site surgery, blood
transfusion or medication errors.
Patient identifiers - CORRECT ANSWER - Full name and Date of Birth
CCT's should observe and report to RN - CORRECT ANSWER - -Blood in the bowel
movement.. urine... mouth
-Prevent injuries and bruises
NJ Hospitals are required to report - CORRECT ANSWER - -Central line-asssociated
bloodstream infections in all critcal care units (adults, pediatric, and neonatal
-Surgical site infections following CABG surgery
-Surgical site infections following abdominal hysterectomy
-Surgical site infections following knee arthroplasty
-Catheter-associated urinary tract infections in all adults critical care units
General Safety in the hallways - CORRECT ANSWER - -Stay to the right
=Use the handrails
-Take special care at intersections
-Use care when opening doors or going through door
Patient Equipment - CORRECT ANSWER - Always lock the stretchers & bed together