A1-A11 Multiple Choice Questions Flashcards
Which of the following is a key professional value in the health and science sector?
A) Creativity
B) Compassion
C) Competitiveness
D) Individualism
B) Compassion
Compassion is a fundamental value in health care, focusing on understanding and addressing patient needs with kindness and empathy.
What is the primary purpose of the NHS Constitution?
A) To outline healthcare workers pay scales
B) To define patient rights and staff responsibilities
C) To reduce the number of NHS Services
D) To promote private healthcare
B) To define patient rights and staff responsibilities
The NHS Constitution sets out the rights of patients, the public, and NHS staff, ensuring everyone understands their role and what they can expect.
Which of the following is considered a core skill in the health and science sector?
A) Time management
B) Creative writing
C) Advanced coding skills
D) Interior design
A) Time management
Time management is essential in healthcare to prioritise tasks effectively and provide timely care to patients.
What is the role of the Care Quality Commission?
A) To regulate and inspect healthcare services in England
B) To provide financial aid to hospitals
C) To train new healthcare workers
D) To oversee global health initiatives
A) To regulate and inspect healthcare services in England
The CQC ensures healthcare providers meet national standards for quality and safety.
What does CPD stand for in healthcare?
A) Clinical Practice Development
B) Continuous Professional Development
C) Certified Practitioner Degree
D) Care Plan Documentation
B) Continuous Professional Development
CPD refers to the ongoing learning and development activities that healthcare professionals undertake to maintain and enhance their skills, knowledge, and competence throughout their careers.
What legislation protects patients’ data?
A) Health and Safety at Work Act
B) General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
C) Equality Act
D) Children Act
B) General Data Protection Act (GDPR)
GDPR ensures that personal data, including medical records, is handled securely and only accessed with proper authorisation.
What does the term “multi-disciplinary team” mean?
A) A team of specialists from one discipline
B) A group of people with the same role
C) A team of professionals from different healthcare disciplines working together
D) A team of non-medical staff
C) A team of professionals from different healthcare disciplines working together
Multi-disciplinary teams collaborate across specialisations to provide holistic care for patients.
What is the purpose of the Health and
Safety at Work Act (1979)?
A) To regulate pay scales in healthcare
B) To ensure safety for staff, patients, and visitors in workplaces
C) To reduce patient waiting times
D) To monitor employee productivity
B) To ensure safety for staff, patients, and visitors in workplaces
This act mandates that employers provide a safe environment, minimising risks to everyone present.
What is reflective practice in healthcare?
A) Analysing past experiences to improve future performance
B) Documenting all patient interactions
C) Conducting research on patient care
D) Creating personalised training programmes
A) Analysing past experience to improve future performance
Reflective practice helps healthcare workers evaluate their actions and outcomes, leading to improved skills and patient care.
Which organisation is responsible for setting professional standards for nurses and midwives in the UK?
A) Care Quality Commission (CQC)
B) National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)
C) Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
D) British Medical Association (BMA)
C) Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
The NMC regulates nursing and midwifery professional, ensuring practitioners meet ethical and professional standards.
What is the main purpose of the Equality Act 2010?
A) To promote financial equality
B) To reduce hospital waiting times
C) To protect individuals from discrimination
D) To regulate healthcare funding
C) To protect individuals from discrimination
This act ensures everyone is treated fairly regardless of characteristics such as age, gender, or disability.
What should healthcare workers do if they witness unsafe practices?
A) Ignore the issue if no harm is caused
B) Report it following workplace policies
C) Discuss it formally with colleagues
D) Wait until a patient complains
B) Report it following workplace policies
Reporting unsafe practices promptly ensures that risks are addressed to protect patients, staff, and the organisation.
What is informed consent?
A) A verbal agreement from a patient to receive treatment
B) A patient’s written agreement to any care plan
C) A decision made by the healthcare provider on behalf of the patient
D) A patient’s voluntary agreement to treatment after understanding all the risks and benefits
D) A patient’s voluntary agreement to treatment after understanding all risks and benefits
Informed consent means practice must have all necessary information to make their educated decisions about their care.
What is the role of NICE (National Institute for Health and Social Care Excellence)?
A) To regulate healthcare funding
B) To provide evidence-based guidance for health and social care practices
C) To train healthcare staff
D) To oversee hospital inspections
B) To provide evidence based guidelines for health and social care practices
NICE develops guidelines to ensure treatments and care provided in the UK are safe, effective, and based on the best evidence.
What is the primary focus of the Duty of Care in healthcare?
A) Ensuring all patients receive medication
B) Protecting patients and staff from harm
C) Maximising healthcare products
D) Following only written procedures
B) Protecting patients and staff from harm
Duty of Care means healthcare workers must act in the best interests of patients, taking reasonable steps to ensure their safety and well-being, and avoiding actions that could cause harm.
What does the term “whistleblowing” refer to in healthcare?
A) Informing patients of their diagnosis
B) Reporting unsafe or unethical practices within an organisation
C) Alerting emergency services to a critical situation
D) Calling patients to remind them of appointments
B) Reporting unsafe or unethical practices within an organisation
Whistleblowing involves raising concerns about improper conduct, unsafe practices, or legal violations in the workplace, protecting the safety of patients and staff.
What is the purpose of safeguarding policies in healthcare?
A) Protecting vulnerable individuals from abuse or neglect
B) Managing staff schedules
C) Ensuring medical records are stored properly
D) Increasing staff productivity
A) Protecting vulnerable individuals from abuse or neglect
Safeguarding policies are designed to protect children, vulnerable adults, and others at risk, ensuring they are safe and free from harm and exploitation.
Why is teamwork important in healthcare settings?
A) It reduces the need for communication
B) It ensures a higher salary for healthcare workers
C) It improves patient outcomes through collaboration
D) It allows staff to avoid personal accountability
C) It improves patient outcomes through collaboration
Teamwork in healthcare allows professionals from different disciplines to share expertise, improve decision-making, and provide comprehensive patient care, leading to better outcomes.
What is the main purpose of a code of conduct in healthcare?
A) To define pay structures for staff
B) To provide legal framework for patient care
C) To outline the professional behaviour expected of healthcare workers
D) To establish rules for hospital visitors
C) To outline the professional behaviour expected of healthcare workers
A code of conduct sets clear expectations for the behaviour and professionalism of healthcare workers. it ensures that staff act ethically, maintain patient trust, and provide high-quality care. Adhering to a code of conduct also helps maintain public confidence in the healthcare system and protects patients from harm.
Which legislation outlines employers’ responsibilities to protect health, safety, and welfare of employees in the UK?
A) Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
B) Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
C) Control of Substances Hazardous to Health 2002
D) Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992
A) Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
This act is the cornerstone of health and safety law in the UK. It sets out general duties for employers, employees, and others to ensure workplace health, safety, and welfare.
What is the primary purpose of the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations 2002?
A) To manage manual handling risks
B) To control risks from hazardous substances
C) To ensure fire safety
D) To regulate display screen equipment
B) To control risks from hazardous substances
The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations require employers to manage risks from hazardous substances by assessing and controlling exposure.
Which regulation requires employers to perform risk assessments for manual handling tasks?
A) Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations 1992
B) Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992
C) Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
D) Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
B) Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992
These regulations focus on reducing the risk of injuries associated with lifting, carrying, or moving objects, which is common in healthcare settings.
What is the first step in the Health and Safety Executive’s Five 1steps to Risk Assessment?
A) Evaluate the risks
B) Identify the hazards
C) Record your findings
D) Review your assessment
B) Identify the hazards
The first step in risk assessment is identifying hazards to determine what could potentially cause harm in the workplace.
Under the Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations 1992, employers are required to:
A) Provide fire safety training
B) Assess and reduce risks from display screen equipment
C) Implement manual handling training
D) Control exposure to hazardous substances
B) Assess and reduce risks from display screen equipment
The Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations aim to protect workers from risks associated with prolonged use of computers and other screen equipment.
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 places responsibility for fire safety on:
A) Fire brigades
B) Building contractors
C) Employers and building owners
D) Employees
C) Employers and building owners
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) order 2005 places responsibility for fire safety on those in control of the premises, requiring them to carry out risk assessments and implement fire safety measures.
Which of the following is not one of the Health and Safety Executive’s Five Steps to Risk Assessments?
A) Identifying the hazards
B) Deciding who might be harmed
C) Eliminating all risks
D) Recording findings and implementing them
C) Eliminating all risks
While the goal is to minimise risks, it`s not always possible to eliminate them entirely. Risk assessment focuses on managing risks to an acceptable level.
The purpose of the Environmental Protection Act 1990 in a healthcare setting includes:
A) Regulating manual handling operations
B) Managing waste collection and disposal
C) Ensuring fire safety procedures
D) Controlling hazardous substances
B) Managing waste collection and disposal
The Environmental Protection Act 1990 governs waste management to ensure safe collection, treatment, and disposal of waste, including clinical waste in healthcare.
Which legislation requires employers to carry out fire risk assessments in the workplace?
A) Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
B) Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
C) Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
D) Control of Major Accident Hazards Regulations 2015
B) Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
This order mandates fire risk assessments and appropriate safety measures in workplaces, including healthcare facilities.
In the context of health and safety, what does PPE stand for?
A) Personal Protection Equipment
B) Professional Protective Equipment
C) Personal Protective Equipment
D) Public Protection Equipment
C) Personal Protective Equipment
PPE protects healthcare workers from health and safety risks, such as exposure to infectious agents or hazardous chemicals.
The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 require employers to:
A) Provide first aid training
B) Conduct risk assessments
C) Install fire alarms
D) Monitor air quality
B) Conduct risk assessments
The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 require employers to identify and manage risks to ensure a safe working environment.
Which of the following is a key responsibility of employees under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974?
A) Carry out risk assessments
B) Provide personal protective equipment
C) Take reasonable care of their own health and safety
D) Ensure all fire alarms are working
C) Take reasonable care of their own health and safety
Under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, employees must take care of their own safety and that of others affected by their own actions.
The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR) 2013 require employers to report:
A) All workplace incidents
B) Only incidents resulting in fatalities
C) Certain work-related injuries, illnesses, and dangerous occurrences
D) Near misses
C) Certain work-related injuries, illnesses, and dangerous occurrences
RIDDOR requires specific incidents, such as fractures or dangerous occurrences, to be reported to the HSE to improve workplace safety.
What is the primary purpose of a risk assessment in healthcare?
A) To eliminate all hazards
B) To identify and control risks to health and safety
C) To comply with COSHH regulations
D) To ensure training for employees
B) To identify and control risks to health and safety
Risk assessments help healthcare organisations identify potential hazards and implement controls to reduce risks.
Under the Manual Handling
operations Regulations 1992, employers must:
A) Eliminate all manual handling tasks
B) Provide ergonomic office furniture
C) Assess and reduce the risk of injury from manual handling tasks
D) Monitor air quality in the workplace
C) Assess and reduce the risk of injury from manual handling tasks
The Manual Handling Operations Regulations aim to minimise risks of musculoskeletal injuries caused by lifting or moving objects or patients.
What is a key requirement of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981?
A) Training all employees in first aid
B) Providing appropriate first aid equipment and facilities
C) Reporting all injuries to the HSE
D) Eliminating all workplace hazards
B) Providing appropriate first aid equipment and facilities
Employers must ensure that workers have access to adequate first aid facilities and trained personnel to handle emergencies.
The term “hazard” is best defined as:
A) The likelihood of harm occurring
B) Any potential source of harm or danger
C) A workplace accident
D) A legal requirement
B) Any potential source of harm or danger
A hazard is defined as anything that has the potential to cause harm, whether physical, chemical, biological, or physiological.
Which of the following is an example of a “hazard” in a healthcare setting?
A) Slippery floors
B) Staff shortages
C) Patient complaints
D) Low morale
A) Slippery floors
Slippery floors are a common physical hazard in healthcare settings, leading to slips, trips, and falls.
What is the purpose of the Control of Major Accident Hazards (COMAH) Regulations 2015 in healthcare?
A) To manage fire risks
B) To prevent and mitigate the effects of major accidents involving dangerous substances
C) To regulate display screen equipment
D) To ensure proper waste disposal
B) To prevent and mitigate the effects of major accidents involving dangerous substances
COMAH regulations apply to facilities storing or using dangerous substances and aim to minimise the risk and impact of major accidents.
What must employers do under the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) 1998?
A) Eliminate all risks from equipment use
B) Ensure equipment is suitable, safe, and properly maintained
C) Provide only manual handling training
D) Monitor air quality regularly
B) Ensure equipment is suitable, safe, and properly maintained
PUWER ensures that work equipment is appropriate for its intended use, safe, and regularly maintained to avoid accidents.
Which of the following is the purpose of managing information in the health and science sector?
