CCM Trivia 5

Question 1

Which federal act prohibits discrimination based on disability by programs receiving federal financial assistance and applies broadly to public services?

Accepted Answer

Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 504

Answer

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 prohibits disability discrimination in programs receiving federal funding, predating and complementing the ADA.

Question 2

A 'sentinel event' in healthcare accreditation (per The Joint Commission) is defined as:

Accepted Answer

An unexpected occurrence involving death or serious physical or psychological injury

Answer

The Joint Commission defines a sentinel event as an unexpected occurrence involving death or serious harm to a patient, requiring immediate investigation and response.

Question 3

In the context of chronic disease management, what does 'self-efficacy' measure?

Accepted Answer

A patient's confidence in their ability to manage their condition

Answer

Self-efficacy, a concept from Bandura's social learning theory, refers to a person's belief in their own ability to successfully perform behaviors needed to manage their condition.

Question 4

Which payment model bundles all services for a defined episode of care into a single payment shared among providers?

Accepted Answer

Bundled payment

Answer

Bundled payments (episode-based payments) provide a single payment for all services related to a defined episode of care, incentivizing providers to coordinate and reduce unnecessary services.

Question 5

When a case manager facilitates a meeting between a client, family, and care team to align goals and preferences, this is BEST described as:

Accepted Answer

Care conference

Answer

A care conference (or family meeting) brings together the patient, family members, and the interdisciplinary team to discuss care goals, preferences, and the treatment plan.

CCM - Certified Case Manager Exam Practice Test

CCM - Certified Case Manager Exam Practice Test

CCM Trivia 5