CPC Patient Navigation and Advocacy 2

Question 1

A community paramedic visits a patient who refuses to take prescribed medications due to cost. What is the most appropriate first action?

Accepted Answer

Assess the patient's insurance coverage and explore assistance programs

Answer

Exploring insurance coverage and pharmaceutical assistance programs directly addresses the barrier of medication affordability.

Question 2

Which community resource is MOST appropriate to connect a food-insecure patient with in the United States?

Accepted Answer

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)

Answer

SNAP is the primary federal nutrition assistance program for food-insecure individuals and families.

Question 3

A patient with limited English proficiency needs health education. What is the best practice for a community paramedic?

Accepted Answer

Use a trained medical interpreter or translation service

Answer

Trained medical interpreters ensure accurate communication without the confidentiality and accuracy risks of using family members.

Question 4

When advocating for a patient within the healthcare system, which approach BEST defines the community paramedic's role?

Accepted Answer

Acting as a liaison between the patient and their care team to ensure needs are addressed

Answer

The community paramedic serves as a liaison, amplifying the patient's voice without overstepping into medical decision-making.

Question 5

A homebound elderly patient has untreated hypertension but has not seen a doctor in two years. After stabilizing the patient, what is the community paramedic's priority navigation step?

Accepted Answer

Arrange follow-up with a primary care provider and address transportation barriers

Answer

Connecting the patient to a primary care provider and resolving transportation barriers addresses the root cause of non-engagement with care.

(CPC) Community Paramedic Certification Practice Test

(CPC) Community Paramedic Certification Practice Test

CPC Patient Navigation and Advocacy 2