TJC Terminology
What term does TJC use to describe a child running away from care?
Elopement
Where in the client chart is it documented why needs identified in the Assessment or CANS are not addressed in the plan for treatment?
This tool can be used to report emergencies to SFA administrators
Alert Media app
One of the most effective methods for preventing infection
Hand Hygeine
Where would you find documentation of a client’s trauma history in their electronic chart
Clinical assessment
What screening tool is used at Seneca to screen for suicide risk?
Ask suicide-screening questions (ASQ)
What should you do/document if a client has a positive ASQ screening?
Full suicide assessment
During a lockdown, this is the immediate action you should take
Shelter in place
The temperature checks on these must be done and documented regularly
Client food refigerators
What should be documented if a nutritional need is identified in a client?
Follow-up documentation (ex plan for appointment, referral to PCP)
The process used to identify the underlying causes of a Sentinel Event
Comprehensive System Analysis (formerly root cause anaylsis)
When moderate suicide risk is present, this is the recommended action.
Ensure client has the appropriate level of supervision. If supporting a client, ensure there is a direct transfer of care to a caregiver.
Consider referral to a voluntary program.
What should be done any time there is an evacuation?
Take roll call/head count
The binder that contains safety data sheets for hazardous materials
What is the SDS (safety data sheet) Binder?
48 hours from DOE
The type of culture that prioritizes the protection of clients, staff, and stakeholders from harm within an organization
Safety culture
The type of plans that are updated regularly to adapt to a client's treatment needs
Treatment/Care Plans
The first thing you should do if there’s a chemical or biological emergency off-site
Shelter in place
After using a physical hold or seclusion, this must be done with the client.
Debrief
What should happen with any change in a client’s medication
Medication information should be updated on the Intranet by the Psychiatry team.
This event is defined by TJC as an unexpected occurrence involving death or serious physical or psychological injury
Sentinel event
What should be provided to clients and caregivers if suicide risk is identified?
Relevant resources (ex: RR) & safety plan
In the event of a fire, this acronym is used to guide the response
RACE
This is the amount of time staff must lather their hands with soap for proper handwashing
20 seconds or happy bday twice!
How should you respond if you don't know the answer to a surveyor's question?
I'm not sure - here's how I find out: (ask supervisor, loop in psychiatry team if a medication question, etc)