Education
How patient's understanding of new information should be confirmed
Teach-back method/ return demonstration
Patients are provided the most-up to date list of medications they should be taking when?
At the end of their visit
How to ensure NPSG 01.01.01 Identify Patients Correctly is done
Use 2 identifiers
Name, DOB, MRN
Most effective method to prevent the spread of infection is what? And done when?
Hand washing/disinfection
entering/exiting, before putting on gloves & after taking them off, before and after contact w/equipment or environment, before/after eating, after using the restroom, after sneezing or coughing
> 3/4 full is not acceptable for what item
Sharps container
Device used for barriers to communication
MARTII/ Interpreter services
How should that information be provided to them?
AVS or sent to them via My CS-Link
Interventions, Medication Administration, Critical Results, Patient Education, and Assessments must be documented when
In real time or immediately after
RACE plan
Rescue
Alarm
Contain
Extinguish
Do we have a code blue crash cart?
No. Our crash cart is not stocked with ACLS medications. We call 911 and preform life saving measures until EMS gets there
An explanation of care that can be given to patients
Chemo class, Welcome packet, AVS, Nutrition handouts
An updated list of medications needs to be brought in how frequently
EVERY time the visit an MD
A JCAHO member asks a question, and you are unsure of the correct answer. What do you communicate to them?
Where you can find the answer or who can help provide it.
Eye wash station are checked weekly. How long is the water ran for
15 seconds
PASS Plan
Pull the pin
Aim at the base of the fire
Squeeze the handles together
Sweep from side to side
Who can educate patients?
Licensed staff members
LASA medication. Give an example
See LASA list
How long is an interpreter refusal form good for?
Valid for only that visit
NPSG.06.01.01 Use alarms Safely. What are 4 "alarms" that help ensure alarms are heard and responded to on time?
IV pumps
Call lights
Bathroom cords
Code Yellow
To prevent bacterial growth and ensure patient safety, blood must be hung within this time frame after being removed from refrigeration.
30 minutes
This federal law protects patient health information and ensures privacy and security in healthcare settings
HIPPA
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
NPSG use medicines safely includes what 3 goals
1.Labeling unlabeled medications in an area where meds are set up
2. Take extra care w/patients who use blood thinners
3. Record & pass along correct medication information
NPSG.02.03.01 Improve Staff Communication
Get important test results to the right staff person on time
How do we comply with NPSG.15.01.01 Reduce the risk of suicide
PHQ, Depression, and Suicide screening
How many fire extinguishers are one the 2nd floor?
12