CPHQ Domain 5: Patient Safety Welcome to your CPHQ Domain 5: Patient Safety 1. CPHQ: Patient Safety What is a common cause of medication errors in a hospital setting? Incorrect dosage Incorrect storage Lack of patient education Equipment failure None 2. CPHQ: Patient Safety Which safety strategy best addresses the problem of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs)? Increased use of antimicrobial medications Strict hand hygiene protocols Enhanced surgical techniques Routine patient isolation None 3. CPHQ: Patient Safety What is the primary benefit of using a "time-out" procedure in surgical operations? Ensures all equipment is sterilized Confirms correct patient and procedure Reduces operation time Lowers surgical costs None 4. CPHQ: Patient Safety What is the purpose of a "second victim" support program in healthcare? Provide emotional support to healthcare workers after adverse events Provide a second opinion on critical medical decisions Ensure a backup plan in case of equipment failure Prevent second-hand smoke in healthcare settings None 5. CPHQ: Patient Safety Which strategy is most effective for preventing patient falls in a hospital setting? Routine use of bed rails Comprehensive fall risk assessments Frequent patient check-ins Strict visitor policies None 6. CPHQ: Patient Safety What is a "just culture" in healthcare organizations? A culture where blame is minimized, and learning is emphasized A culture that focuses on strict adherence to policies A culture that rewards high performance with bonuses A culture where employee privacy is a priority None 7. CPHQ: Patient Safety What is a "root cause analysis" in healthcare? A method to find the underlying cause of an adverse event A way to prioritize patient care activities A process to identify healthcare worker competency A technique to improve hospital resource management None 8. CPHQ: Patient Safety What is a "safety culture survey" used for in a healthcare organization? Assess staff perceptions of safety practices Determine patient satisfaction with healthcare services Evaluate the effectiveness of clinical protocols Measure the efficiency of administrative processes None 9. CPHQ: Patient Safety What is the primary role of a patient safety committee in a healthcare organization? Develop and implement safety policies Evaluate staff performance Manage hospital budgets Organize patient care activities None 10. CPHQ: Patient Safety What is the main goal of using "checklists" in surgical operations? Reduce the risk of errors Streamline surgical procedures Facilitate teamwork among surgeons Increase patient throughput None 11. CPHQ: Patient Safety What is the "Swiss cheese model" in patient safety? A metaphor to describe multiple layers of defense against errors A method for improving patient satisfaction A system for resource allocation in hospitals A process for measuring healthcare quality None 12. CPHQ: Patient Safety What is a key characteristic of a "high-reliability organization" in healthcare? Ability to operate without errors over long periods Consistent use of technology to automate processes High staff-to-patient ratios Reliance on external quality assessments None 13. CPHQ: Patient Safety What is a "patient safety alert" in a healthcare setting? A notification of a safety concern or risk A reminder for staff to complete tasks A signal for emergency response A warning about unauthorized access to medical records None 14. CPHQ: Patient Safety What is the benefit of using "electronic health records" (EHRs) for patient safety? Improved accuracy in patient data Reduced cost of healthcare services Faster insurance processing Enhanced patient mobility None 15. CPHQ: Patient Safety What is a key feature of a "closed-loop communication" system in healthcare? Ensures that instructions are understood and acknowledged Prevents unauthorized access to medical information Provides automated responses to common queries Facilitates communication across departments None 16. CPHQ: Patient Safety What is the primary function of a "patient safety officer" in a healthcare organization? Oversee and coordinate safety initiatives Manage patient complaints and grievances Supervise clinical staff Implement technology solutions None 17. CPHQ: Patient Safety What is the main purpose of a "safety huddle" in a healthcare setting? Discuss and address safety concerns Organize patient care schedules Review clinical protocols Evaluate staff performance None 18. CPHQ: Patient Safety What is the "National Patient Safety Goals" program? A set of guidelines aimed at improving patient safety A federal initiative to evaluate hospital performance A framework for training healthcare professionals A standard for patient care outcomes None 19. CPHQ: Patient Safety What is the primary advantage of using "barcode medication administration" in hospitals? Reduces the risk of medication errors Speeds up medication distribution Enhances patient satisfaction Improves hospital security None 20. CPHQ: Patient Safety What is a "near-miss" in the context of patient safety? An event that could have resulted in harm but didn't An incident where harm occurred due to negligence A scenario where patient information was almost lost A case of miscommunication among healthcare workers None 1 out of 20 Time is Up! Time's up
