THE STANDARD WORKDAY
8 HOURS
THE MOST BASIC CONSIDERATIONS OF EACH IHS EMPLOYEE IN THE PERFORMANCE OF DUTY AND OBLIGATIONS.
STANDARD OF CONDUCT
Upon entering an exam room, you discover the patient has set fire to the exam table paper. After removing the patient from the room, which action should the nurse implement next?
Report the fire.
What is another term for "nearest relative"?
Next of kin
How do you describe a pain that is reported as a "sharp point'?
Stabbing
What does FLSA stand for?
FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT
Who, when, and where do you report child or sexual abuse?
Anyone. ASAP. Via link on SRSU homepage.
What does the term "palliative care" mean?
Improving the quality of life of patients with a serious illness.
Before treating patients, a provider must always have what?
Consent
What hormones do diabetics lack?
insulin
WHEN AN EMPLOYEE TAKES 15 MINUTES EVERY 4 HOURS OF THE WORK DAY
REST PERIOD/ BREAK
What is this form and where can you locate it?
SF 50 Notice of Personnel Action located in EOPF
Which technique is regulated by The Joint Commission to improve the effectiveness of communication between health care providers?
Medication reconciliation whenever a client moves from one area to another.
Which of the following government agencies enforces safety conditions in the medical office?
OSHA
What is the standard fifth vital sign?
Pain
FAILURE OF AN EMPLOYEE TO DO THIS EVERY OTHER WEEK CAN RESULT IN DISCIPLINARY ACTION
VERIFY TIME CARDS
What is the name of the film by Morgan Spurlock about the effects of fast food?
Super Size Me
Name 6 disease processes affecting oxygenation.
Anemia Renal disease
cardiac Disorders
Curvature of the spine
COPD
Obesity
A patient who refuses to update his/her medical chart walks out without being seen. Which of the following actions should the MSA take?
Document in EHR and inform the care team.
what is the name of the pain you can still feel in an amputated limb?
phantom pain
AN EMPLOYEE HAS WORKED FOR IHS FOR 16 YEARS. HOW MANY SICK LEAVE AND ANNUAL LEAVE HOURS ARE THEY AFFORDED IN A PAY PERIOD?
8 HOURS OF ANNUAL LEAVE
4 HOURS OF SICK LEAVE
The most common standard applied for eligibility for health services from the Indian Health Service is that the individual is an enrolled member of a Federally recognized Tribe. Where can you find information on the policy pertaining to if your tribe is eligible?
The IHS Indian Health Manual (IHM) provides the exact policy concerning eligibility.
A patient has developed thrombophlebitis of the left leg. What nursing intervention should be given the highest priority?
Elevate leg on 2 pillows to reduce edema.
Who is this person and what is her title?
Roselyn Tso. Director of Indian Health Services.
Antiembolism stockings are primarily used for what?
Promote venous circulation.