PREview Reliability and Dependability 2

Question 1

Which characteristic is MOST closely associated with being a dependable healthcare team member?

Accepted Answer

Following through on commitments regardless of difficulty

Answer

Dependability involves consistent follow-through on commitments with adequate quality, even when circumstances are difficult.

Question 2

What is the relationship between reliability and patient safety?

Accepted Answer

Reliable professionals ensure critical tasks and handoffs are completed consistently, reducing errors

Answer

Reliability in completing tasks and handoffs consistently is a direct contributor to patient safety systems.

Question 3

You are given a task by your supervisor but realize midway through that you lack a required resource. What should a dependable professional do?

Accepted Answer

Inform your supervisor immediately and propose solutions

Answer

Communicating resource gaps promptly and proposing solutions demonstrates initiative and maintains trust.

Question 4

What role does self-monitoring play in professional dependability?

Accepted Answer

It helps professionals track their own commitments and identify risks before they lead to failures

Answer

Self-monitoring enables professionals to proactively manage their commitments and identify potential failures before they occur.

Question 5

How does personal accountability support a culture of reliability in healthcare?

Accepted Answer

By encouraging professionals to own their actions and seek improvement rather than making excuses

Answer

Personal accountability means taking ownership of your actions, which builds a culture of reliability and continuous improvement.

PREview - AAMC PREview Professional Readiness Exam Practice Test