Implicit Bias Quiz Chamberlain
According to System I level thinking, what percentage of information is processed unconsciously by the brain?
95%
Which outcome(s) is associated with implicit bias in healthcare providers?
All of the above
Which suggestion(s) does the Joint Commission recommends to healthcare professionals for reducing implicit bias in their practice?
All of the above
Which type of bias matches the following definition and scenario? Relying too much on the initial piece of information offered when making decisions. For example, "The first blood work seemed OK? Do we need to look anymore?"
Anchoring bias
What is the first step you should take to reduce implicit bias in your own life?
Assess and acknowledge biases -self-reflect, explore actions, and align values with actions.
In order to mitigate implicit bias, one must first start with which action step?
Assessment of implicit bias through personal awareness and self-reflection
Which statement defines implicit bias?
Attitudes or beliefs that we develop in an unconscious manner
Implicit bias results from which of the following?
Automatic brain processing
Overcoming implicit bias can be accomplished by first discovering your blind spots and then actively working to dismiss stereotypes and attitudes that affect your interactions. Which methods will help mitigate implicit bias during interactions?
Education, Exposure, Approach
All of the characteristics about bias are true EXCEPT:
Implicit biases are fixed and therefore cannot be unlearned through corrective actions.