what is the primary objective of healthcare accreditation programs

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ATI Leadership Practice B

1. What is the primary objective of healthcare accreditation programs?

A. To increase financial profitability
B. To ensure patient safety and quality care
C. To streamline healthcare operations
D. To reduce hospital readmissions

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The primary objective of healthcare accreditation programs is to ensure patient safety and quality care by meeting established standards. Choice A is incorrect because while financial aspects may be indirectly impacted, the main focus is on patient care. Choice C is incorrect as the primary goal is not operational efficiency but rather quality of care. Choice D is incorrect as reducing hospital readmissions is a specific goal that may be influenced by accreditation but not the primary objective.

2. An RN enters a patient�s room to place an indwelling urinary catheter, as ordered by the health-care professional. The client is alert and oriented and tells the RN he wants to leave the hospital now and not receive further treatment. Which of the following actions by the RN would be considered false imprisonment?

A. The RN tells the client he is not allowed to leave until the physician has released him.
B. The RN asks the client why he wishes to leave.
C. The RN asks the client to explain what he understands about his medical diagnosis.
D. The RN asks the client to sign an against medical advice discharge form.

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The RN tells the client he is not allowed to leave until the physician has released him would be considered false imprisonment.

3. Which of the following are significant benefits to an organization that is considering adoption of a practice partnership model? (Select all that apply.)

A. Clients express reduced satisfaction.
B. It is less expensive to implement than other models.
C. Continuity of care is facilitated.
D. Leadership is well accepted.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: Continuity of care is facilitated. One of the significant benefits of a practice partnership model is that it facilitates continuity of care, which can lead to better outcomes for clients. Choice A is incorrect as clients would not express reduced satisfaction with this model; in fact, greater client satisfaction is a benefit. Choice B is incorrect because the cost-effectiveness of the model is not specified or guaranteed. Choice D is incorrect as the acceptance of leadership is not explicitly mentioned as a significant benefit of this model.

4. A nurse manager asks the staff to submit written suggestions for a change in policy. The group would then vote on the different suggestions. What type of decision-making technique did the nurse manager use?

A. Statistical aggregation
B. Nominal group technique
C. Brainstorming
D. Delphi

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The nurse manager used the nominal group technique. This technique involves group members submitting written suggestions, followed by a voting process. Statistical aggregation involves analyzing numerical data, not suggestions. Brainstorming focuses on generating creative ideas collectively, without a structured voting process. Delphi technique involves reaching a consensus through a series of questionnaires or surveys, without a direct voting process.

5. A manager identifies that he is spending more time than desired on completing repetitive paperwork. Which of the following would be appropriate ways to address this issue? (EXCEPT)

A. Combining data reports to reduce duplication
B. Delegating staff evaluations to the staff nurse on the unit with the most experience
C. Assigning the preliminary draft of the schedule to a subcommittee of staff nurses
D. Saying no to inappropriate paperwork assignments

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Delegating staff evaluations to a staff nurse, even if experienced, is not appropriate as it falls outside their scope and responsibility. Choices A, C, and D are suitable ways to address the issue of spending excessive time on repetitive paperwork. Combining data reports, assigning the preliminary draft of the schedule to a subcommittee of staff nurses, and saying no to inappropriate paperwork assignments are all effective strategies to streamline processes and reduce managerial workload.