Quality Control & Assurance Flashcards
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What is the correct procedure when a quality check reveals that refrigeration unit temperatures have been logged above the acceptable range for 12 hours?
Answer: Immediately investigate the cause, document the deviation, and implement corrective action
Any deviation from acceptable refrigeration temperatures must be investigated, documented, and corrected immediately to prevent decomposition and maintain care standards.
Which of the following best describes 'continuous quality improvement' (CQI) in funeral service?
Answer: An ongoing process of evaluating and refining practices to enhance service and compliance
CQI is an ongoing, systematic approach to identifying opportunities to improve quality, safety, and service delivery in funeral operations.
A family complains that the casket delivered for a service was a different model than what was selected. Under quality assurance protocols, what should have prevented this?
Answer: A pre-service verification checklist confirming casket model and serial number
A pre-service verification checklist that confirms the casket model, color, and serial number against the contract prevents delivery errors.
OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard (29 CFR 1910.1030) directly applies to funeral homes because:
Answer: Embalmers and other staff are occupationally exposed to blood and other potentially infectious materials
Funeral home staff, especially embalmers, face occupational exposure to blood and OPIM, making compliance with OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard mandatory.
What information must be included on an identification tag attached to a deceased person according to best-practice quality control?
Answer: Full name, case number, and date of death at minimum
Best-practice ID tags include the decedent's full name, case number, and date of death to ensure accurate identification throughout the care process.
A funeral home conducting a self-audit finds that several preneed contracts are missing required disclosures. The BEST immediate response is to:
Answer: Notify the state insurance regulator and correct the contracts in compliance with state law
Missing required disclosures in preneed contracts are regulatory violations that must be reported and corrected in accordance with state law.
Which quality control practice helps ensure that a death certificate is filed accurately and on time?
Answer: Using a standardized checklist to verify all required fields before submission
A standardized checklist ensures all required fields on the death certificate are complete and accurate before submission, reducing rejections and delays.