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18 Multiple choice questions
Term 1 of 18
The lab is calling and attempting to give you a critical value. In thinking of quickly getting
important test results to the right staff person on time, what should be your response?
I can take the results and will notify the physician immediately
I will call back later to discuss the results
I will wait for the physician to contact me
I cannot accept the results without a written report
Term 2 of 18
The National Patient Safety Goal 6 is to improve the safety of clinical alarm systems. What is the
rationale for this goal?
To improve patient safety if clinical alarm systems are not properly managed
To reduce the number of clinical alarms in the hospital
To increase the volume of alarms for better awareness
To enhance the aesthetic appeal of clinical alarm systems
Term 3 of 18
Based on the National Patient Safety Goals, which of the following is an evidence-based practice
or guideline to prevent indwelling catheter associated urinary tract infections (CAUTI)?
Patients name and birthdate
The joint commission
Improve patient safety
Limiting use and duration
, Term 4 of 18
Annually, the National Patient Safety Goals are developed and instituted by which organization?
American Hospital Association
The Joint Commission
Utilization Review Accreditation Commission (urac)
National Committee For Quality Assurance
Term 5 of 18
According to the National Patient Safety Goals, awareness of fall risk, which of the following is
important when performing patient care. Which of the following patients would be at a higher risk
of falling?
A patient who is scheduled for a routine check-up
A patient who receives sleeping medication
A patient who is on a high-protein diet
A patient who is fully alert and awake
Term 6 of 18
According to the National Patient Safety Goals, which of the following should be included in the
management of indwelling urinary catheters?
Using catheters only for patients with no urinary issues
Securing catheters for unobstructed urinary flow and drainage
Allowing catheters to remain unsecured to facilitate movement
Removing catheters as soon as possible regardless of need
18 Multiple choice questions
Term 1 of 18
The lab is calling and attempting to give you a critical value. In thinking of quickly getting
important test results to the right staff person on time, what should be your response?
I can take the results and will notify the physician immediately
I will call back later to discuss the results
I will wait for the physician to contact me
I cannot accept the results without a written report
Term 2 of 18
The National Patient Safety Goal 6 is to improve the safety of clinical alarm systems. What is the
rationale for this goal?
To improve patient safety if clinical alarm systems are not properly managed
To reduce the number of clinical alarms in the hospital
To increase the volume of alarms for better awareness
To enhance the aesthetic appeal of clinical alarm systems
Term 3 of 18
Based on the National Patient Safety Goals, which of the following is an evidence-based practice
or guideline to prevent indwelling catheter associated urinary tract infections (CAUTI)?
Patients name and birthdate
The joint commission
Improve patient safety
Limiting use and duration
, Term 4 of 18
Annually, the National Patient Safety Goals are developed and instituted by which organization?
American Hospital Association
The Joint Commission
Utilization Review Accreditation Commission (urac)
National Committee For Quality Assurance
Term 5 of 18
According to the National Patient Safety Goals, awareness of fall risk, which of the following is
important when performing patient care. Which of the following patients would be at a higher risk
of falling?
A patient who is scheduled for a routine check-up
A patient who receives sleeping medication
A patient who is on a high-protein diet
A patient who is fully alert and awake
Term 6 of 18
According to the National Patient Safety Goals, which of the following should be included in the
management of indwelling urinary catheters?
Using catheters only for patients with no urinary issues
Securing catheters for unobstructed urinary flow and drainage
Allowing catheters to remain unsecured to facilitate movement
Removing catheters as soon as possible regardless of need
