CPHRM Patient Safety 5

Question 1

A nurse uses 'read-back' after receiving a verbal medication order. This practice PRIMARILY reduces the risk of:

Accepted Answer

Miscommunication errors from misheard or misunderstood orders

Answer

Read-back (or repeat-back) verification closes the communication loop and ensures the receiver has correctly understood the verbal or telephone order.

Question 2

Which human factor is MOST commonly associated with error-producing conditions identified in adverse event analyses?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive overload and fatigue

Answer

Cognitive overload and fatigue impair attention, decision-making, and vigilance, making clinicians more prone to errors in complex environments.

Question 3

A risk manager implements a proactive safety rounding program where leaders observe care processes. This BEST supports which patient safety objective?

Accepted Answer

Identifying and correcting unsafe conditions before they cause harm

Answer

Leadership safety rounds identify latent risks and reinforce safety culture by demonstrating visible leadership commitment to patient safety.

Question 4

Which of the following BEST describes the purpose of a 'trigger tool' in patient safety measurement?

Accepted Answer

Using clinical clues in the medical record to identify potential adverse events

Answer

Trigger tools use specific clinical indicators (e.g., naloxone administration, abnormal lab values) to flag records for further review to detect adverse events.

Question 5

An organization reduces catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs) by implementing a daily review of urinary catheter necessity. This strategy PRIMARILY works by:

Accepted Answer

Shortening catheter dwell time through prompt removal when no longer needed

Answer

The longer a urinary catheter remains in place, the higher the risk of CAUTI; daily necessity reviews promote timely removal and reduce infection risk.

CPHRM Exam Practice Test

CPHRM Exam Practice Test

CPHRM Patient Safety 5