Author Question: Which of the following is not considered to be related to one of the core public health functions? ... (Read 104 times)

sc00by25 · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

Which of the following is not considered to be related to one of the core public health functions?

1. Establish a budget.
2. Investigate potential air pollution from a factory.
3. Identify stakeholders to work on community problem of drug abuse.
4. Ensure that health inspections of restaurants is met.

Question 2

The healthcare provider is aware that an error was made in the care of a hospitalized patient. The provider is aware that information about the error would make it less likely that the same or a similar error would happen to another patient.

However, the provider is fearful of retribution regarding the error. To which group should the provider consider reporting this information? 1. Patient Safety Organization (PSO)
2. Joint Commission
3. National Institute of Health (NIH)
4. Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)

31809pancho · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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Explanation: 1. This is not a related to a core function.
2. This is related to the core function of assessment.
3. This is related to the core function of policy development.
4. This is related to the core function of assurance.

Answer to Question 2

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Explanation: 1. The specific purpose of PSOs is to encourage providers to report this information in a confidential manner.
2. The Joint Commission's main mission is to accredit organizations, not to collect information on errors.
3. NIH is the world's premiere medical research organization.
4. HRSA provides access to essential healthcare services for people who are low-income, uninsured, or who live in rural areas or urban neighborhoods where healthcare is scarce.