OCC OCC Documentation & Legal Standards 2

Question 1

Patient discharge instructions for cast care should be provided in which format?

Accepted Answer

Both verbal and written instructions

Answer

Both verbal and written instructions ensure patient understanding and provide a reference the patient can consult at home.

Question 2

Which symptom listed in discharge instructions should prompt the patient to seek IMMEDIATE care?

Accepted Answer

Increasing pain, numbness, or tingling in the casted extremity

Answer

Worsening pain, numbness, or tingling are warning signs of neurovascular compromise that require urgent evaluation.

Question 3

HIPAA regulations require the casting technician to:

Accepted Answer

Protect patient health information and share it only with authorized individuals

Answer

HIPAA mandates confidentiality of all patient health information and permits disclosure only with patient authorization or for treatment, payment, and operations.

Question 4

A patient refuses a cast recommended by the physician. The casting technician's role is to:

Accepted Answer

Document the refusal and notify the supervising clinician

Answer

Competent patients have the right to refuse treatment; the technician must document the refusal and inform the clinician so appropriate follow-up can be arranged.

Question 5

Which scenario represents a reportable incident in a healthcare setting?

Accepted Answer

A cast saw laceration of the patient's skin during removal

Answer

Any unintended patient injury — such as a saw laceration — is an adverse event that must be documented in the medical record and reported per facility policy.

(OCC) Orthopedic Casting Certification Practice Test

(OCC) Orthopedic Casting Certification Practice Test

OCC OCC Documentation & Legal Standards 2