A nurse uses the first stage of the Outcomes and Assessment ...

[daltonest1984]

A nurse uses the first stage of the Outcomes and Assessment Information Set (OASIS) outcomes analysis to:
 
  a. Compare an agency's performance to a national sample.
  b. Report data on patient care to a national registry.
  c. Stabilize a client's condition to continue to receive funding.
  d. Document client assessment data and findings.

Question 2

A home care agency has applied for accreditation from the Joint Commission. What is the next step the agency will take?
 
  a. Attend a conference to learn more about the accreditation process.
  b. Schedule a site visit with the Joint Commission.
  c. Complete a self-study of the agency.
  d. Improve methods of documentation of client visits.

[underwood14]

Answer to Question 1

A
The first stage, outcomes analysis, enables an agency to compare its performance to a national sample, identify factors that may affect outcomes, and identify final outcomes that show im-provement in or stabilization of a client's condition.

Answer to Question 2

C
After applying for accreditation, a lengthy self-study must be completed that addresses all as-pects of the agency's operation. Following completion of the self-study, an accreditation team schedules a site visit.

[daltonest1984]

Excellent

[kjohnson]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it