CPHRM Risk Identification 3

Question 1

Which type of risk identification relies on structured interviews with department leaders about their areas' vulnerabilities?

Accepted Answer

Qualitative risk assessment

Answer

Qualitative risk assessment uses subjective methods like interviews and expert opinions to identify and prioritize risks.

Question 2

In healthcare risk management, a 'near miss' event is important because it:

Accepted Answer

Indicates a risk that almost caused harm, allowing proactive correction

Answer

Near misses reveal latent system vulnerabilities that, if unaddressed, could lead to actual harm in future incidents.

Question 3

A hospital's risk manager wants to identify risks related to medication reconciliation at discharge. Which method is MOST appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Direct observation of the discharge process

Answer

Direct observation allows the risk manager to see the actual workflow and identify gaps or errors in the medication reconciliation process.

Question 4

Which of the following best describes a 'risk trigger' in healthcare risk identification?

Accepted Answer

A data point or event that signals potential underlying risk

Answer

Risk triggers are specific indicators or events that signal a potential problem warranting further investigation.

Question 5

The primary purpose of a Healthcare Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (HFMEA) is to:

Accepted Answer

Proactively identify and prevent potential process failures

Answer

HFMEA is a prospective tool used to identify and mitigate potential failure points in healthcare processes before harm occurs.

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