Core Orientation: Test Your Knowledge and Evaluation 2021-2022

Health literacy issues apply to which of the following?

All of the above

Reasons to avoid the use of personal electronic devices while on the clinical unit include:

All of the above

According to the Safe Medical Devices Act (SMDA) a report is required of all incidents where there is a reasonable suspicion that a medical device caused or contributed to a patient's serious injury, serious illness or death. When a reportable incident with failed equipment occurs, what should you do?

All of the above.

How do you prevent HIPAA violations?

All of the above.

Use of restraints requires which of the following:

All of the above.

When can patient information be given without prior authorization?

All of the above.

Which of the following are consequences if a student or faculty member does not comply with the code of conduct?

All of the above.

Why is cultural respect for diversity important in healthcare?

All of the above.

You should report adverse events to your faculty/instructor per healthcare agency policy when:

All of the above.

What are the three risk groups for hazardous drugs?

Chemotherapy, Non-Chemotherapy/ Non-Reproductive Risk Only, Reproductive Risk Only

Any healthcare staff can offer the option of organ donation to families.

False

Biohazardous waste such as: blood or body fluids, pathologic waste - tissue samples, microbial waste, bloody saturated dressings, blood transfusions bags, and material used to clean up blood spills, etc. - may be placed in any plastic trash can as long as it has a lid.

False

In order to minimize or prevent the spread of COVID-19 infection, best practice requires all of the following except:(Select one that does not apply)

Handwashing at least 10 seconds or use of hand gel with at least 30% alcohol

It is ethically correct to accept gifts from patients so they can show appreciation for their care.

No

What is the FIRST thing you do when preparing to use a fire extinguisher?

PULL the pin.

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and the USP have regulated the implementation of three groups of hazardous drugs. The goal for this regulation is:

Prevent employee/student exposure when handling hazardous drugs.

Which is the most appropriate place to discuss Protected Health Information (PHI)?

Private conference room

Health Care Professionals with certain activities or characteristics are at increased risk for acquiring TB. Which of the following individuals would NOT be at increased risk for TB?

Provide direct care for someone with TB and wear a fit-tested N95 mask.

The most important thing to remember about fire response is the safety of the people in the immediate area. When you see or smell smoke or fire in your department, what should you do FIRST?

Remove anyone in immediate danger.

Which information is included in policies related to student identification on the clinical unit?

The student identification must be visible.

Gloves and other appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) are required when dealing with blood and other potentially infectious material.

True

Patients can legally expect to receive high quality care, a clean and safe environment, involvement in care, and privacy protection while in the healthcare environment.

True

Sharps safety devices such as safety lancets and needleless IV sets are for your protection and use is required by law.

True

Students/Faculty cannot care for patients on Airborne Precautions unless they are fit-tested for an N-95 mask or wear a Powered Air-Purifying Respirator (PAPR) or Controlled Air-Purifying Respirator (CAPR).

True

The purpose of the rapid response team is to provide early assessment and rapid interventions to prevent a cardiac and/or respiratory arrest for the patient.

True

According to the National Patient Safety Goals, how many patient identifiers are required prior to administering any type of treatment or medication by healthcare professionals?

Two

When working with a client with suspected C-diff or Norovirus, health care workers must:

Use soap and water for hand hygiene.

For any unit concerns, questions or issues, the student should first speak to the _____________.

faculty/instructor/preceptor