The organization has noted an increase in negative patient ...

[theo]

The organization has noted an increase in negative patient variances related to medication administration. What steps should be taken by the organization? Select all that apply.
 
  1. Look for reasons for the variances.
  2. Identify those at fault for the variances.
  3. Document the variances in the medical records of the patients involved.
  4. Try to find a resolution for the variances.
  5. Rewrite the clinical pathways.

Question 2

What is a major recommendation of the Advisory Committee on Interdisciplinary, Community-Based Linkages (ACICBL)? Select all that apply.
 
  1. Greater use of e-learning for continuing education
  2. Continuing professional development is a term used by physicians.
  3. Greater government funding to support CPD is needed.
  4. There is adequate funding of faculty training for distance education.
  5. NAM core competencies should be included in CPD.

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Answer to Question 1

1, 4
Explanation: 1. When variances occur, the organization should look for reasons and resolution.
2. It is important to avoid placing blame for these variations.
3. Variances are not documented in the medical record.
4. When variances occur, the organization should look for reasons and resolution.
5. It is not necessarily appropriate to rewrite the clinical pathways. The pathways should be reviewed.

Answer to Question 2

1, 3, 5
Explanation: 1. This is recommended to make education more accessible.
2. CPD is the term also now used by the ANA/nursing.
3. More funding is needed, and this is mentioned by the ACICBL.
4. The ACICBL recommends that HRSA provide a mechanism to increase funding to further develop faculty distance education competencies.
5. The competencies should be applied in academic programs and CPD.

[theo]

YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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