Patient-Focused Care
What is the Abbreviation for Patent-focused care?
PFC
What consists of a proper patient environment?
Ventilation, lighting, safe furnishings, equipment, bathroom access, privacy
When were patient rights adopted?
1973 by the American Hospital Association (AHA)
What does HIPPA stand for?
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
What's a patient's Reaction to illness?
Denial, anger, anxiety, grief, etc.
What does PFC stand for?
Patient-Focused Care
What should staff members do to ensure a good patient environment?
Introduce themselves and explain procedures
What happened in 1998 regarding the rights of patients?
Adoption of the Patient’s Bill of Rights.
What is the purpose of HIPPA?
Protect insurance and medical records
How should you treat elderly patients?
Speak slowly/respectfuly and provide extra time
What is Patient-Focused Care
Treating patients with respect and dignity.
What should patients be informed of?
Fill out admission or consent forms.
What happened in 2004?
The Patient Care Partnership: Understanding Expectations,
Rights and Responsibilities
True or False: HIPPA is not just for hospitals; it also applies to any healthcare facility or organization.
True!
How would you approach pediatric patients?
Be flexible and involve the parent
What needs to be considered in Patient Focused care?
Age, culture, values, lifestyle.
What should be respected at ALL times?
A patients privacy
What do patient rights include?
Right to information and to refuse care
What are some rules to abide by when considering HIPPA?
Maintain confidentiality and protect patient info
How to approach patients with Multicultural Backgrounds?
Provide interpreters and translated materials
How can you ensure the best PCF?
Collaborate with healthcare teams.
TRUE or FALSE: A patient environment should be considered at all times?
TRUE
When can sonographers discuss matters related to the patient?
With authorized hospital personnel ONLY.
What do you do if you are uncomfortable with observers?
Communicate limitations and suggest alternatives.
How can a Sonographer distract a pediatric patient?
Stickers