Patient Assessment & Documentation Flashcards
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What is the first step in the risk management process for Emergency Medical Services Certified?
Answer: Identifying potential risks and hazards
Risk identification is the first step, as you must know what risks exist before you can assess and manage them.
In Emergency Medical Services Certified, what is a risk matrix used for?
Answer: Evaluating risks based on likelihood and impact
A risk matrix plots risks on a grid of likelihood versus impact, helping prioritize which risks need the most attention.
What does risk mitigation mean in Emergency Medical Services Certified practice?
Answer: Taking steps to reduce the likelihood or impact of identified risks
Risk mitigation involves implementing strategies to reduce either the probability of a risk occurring or its potential impact.
Which risk response strategy involves transferring risk to a third party in Emergency Medical Services Certified?
Answer: Transfer (e.g., insurance)
Risk transfer shifts the financial or operational impact of a risk to another party, commonly through insurance or contracts.
What is a risk register in Emergency Medical Services Certified practice?
Answer: A documented list of identified risks with their analysis and response plans
A risk register is a document that records all identified risks, their assessment, and planned responses for tracking and management.
When should risk assessments be updated in Emergency Medical Services Certified?
Answer: Regularly and whenever significant changes occur
Risk assessments should be living documents, updated regularly and whenever there are significant changes in conditions, processes, or scope.