True or False ... Being Joint Commission Accredited is a requirement for all CUC clinics.
False - CUC participation in TJC Accreditation process is voluntary but shows we operate at a high standard across all clinics to provide the best care possible.
Provides the "what to do" in case of an emergency spill of a hazardous product?
Safety Data Sheet
True or False
It is okay to reuse chemical containers to protect the environment by limiting landfill trash.
FALSE - Never reuse chemical containers. Dispose of them properly.
How do we know we have the right patient?
Two Patient Identifier's (Ex. DOB/Name or Phone/Street address)
Where are CUC Policies found?
CUC Compliance Sharepoint Site
https://centralhealthtx.sharepoint.com/sites/intranet-CUC-Compliance
What is the A in AIDET? Answer and give a demonstration ..
Acknowledge the patient. Good Morning, I am Julie, what brings you in to the clinic today?
Who is the VP of Compliance for CUC?
Therese DeMay
Responsible for keeping the clinic environment safe?
You are! - clinic safety is everyone's responsibility.
Masks, gloves, gowns, eye protection are all forms of what?
PPE
Personal Protective Equipment
True or False ... We can leave patient info on the desk overnight since the clinic is locked.
False - No PHI should be left out unsecure. Lock it up or shred if not needed.
How do team members report something anonymously?
What is RTE?
Real Time Eligibility
Electronic insurance verification
Where can we find the color codes for our emergency codes?
On the back of your ID
May patients under the age of 18 receive treatment without their guardian present?
Yes, if emancipated by law or meet other conditions spelled out in policy.
This should always be displayed while at work above the waist at all times in any CUC clinic.
Your team member ID
True or False ... You cannot provide patient medical information to family members or even their spouse.
True - only if the patient has a release of information completed and signed on file. Person must be listed on the ROI.
Website to acknowledge team members for anniversaries, birthdays, and just because?
Who can you ask for help if you don't know the answer in a Joint Commission Survey?
Anyone who may have the answer .. TEAMWORK!
True or False ... Children are allowed to legally interpet for others during the appointment.
False - the provider team needs to use the interpretation line and should list the interpreter ID number date/time of call in the appointment/chart notes.
True or False - Once you have a patient's medications they brought into the appointment, it is fine to take them out of their sight to show the clinical team.
False - Never separate a patient from their medications. Must remain with the patient at all times.
Is it okay to store cardboard boxes directly on the floor?
No - items should be elevated off the floor on non-porous shelving.
This form must be signed by the patient prior to any type of care provided by CUC?
Consent for treatment
Call outs are what type of absence?
Unexcused
What does this mean?
Radiation hazard Sign
Pflugerville's HR Business Partner
Natalie Moore
What does the acronym PASS mean?
Pull - Safety pin
Aim - the nozzle to the base of the fire
Squeeze - trigger or handle
Sweep - move in a side to side motion
True or False
Items not in use, may be placed in the hallway as long as they are small.
False
Only items with wheels and currently in use may be in the hallway.
True or False ... I am allowed to look up my friend's medical chart to verify their lab results and provide them over the phone.
False. MACS do not provide medical results. This is a clinical task not an administrative task.
What are the core values of CommUnityCare?
Hint: It makes an IMPACT!
Integrity
Mastering excellence
People First
Accountable
Community
Transforming
What is the E in AIDET? Answer and give a demonstration
Explanation .. Example keep the patient informed if the appointment is being delayed - they want to know the why, right?
Who is Clinical Risk Manager/Safety Officer
Patty Skorvk, RN
What are the MAC Infection control procedures after each patient transaction/cash handling event?
Hand sanitizer after each patient and after handling cash.
If you are exposed to blood or bodily fluids, what do you do?
Hint Page 28 of the Joint Commission Workbook 5th Edition
Stop Work - Perform First Aid - Report Exposure to Supervisor - Have patient remain on site - Call Employee Health at 512-978-9913
When do you ask the Medicare Secondary Payer Questionare? (MSPQ)
At each visit when the patient has Medicare.
What do you do in the event of a fire?
Hint:
Activate Code Red & initiate "RACE"
Rescue - Alarm - Contain - Extinguish or Evacuate to meeting location for your clinic
What is the last thing you do for the patient after the visit?