CHAPTER 5

Question 1

TRUE OR FALSE: Hospital registries develop and follow Policies and Procedures for accuracy and reporting of cancer data.

Answer 1

TRUE

Question 2

Hospital registries provide analyses and reports for all but which one of the following:
a. patients
b. administration
c. researchers
d. central registry

Answer 2

A) PATIENTS

Question 3

TRUE OR FALSE: All registries use vendor-developed database systems.

Answer 3

FALSE

Question 4

Which item does not effect staffing?
a. number of data requests
b. preparation and management of cancer conferences
c. CoC accreditation
d. facility location

Answer 4

D) FACILITY LOCATION

Question 5

TRUE OR FALSE: Clerical staff or mentor students, in the process of earning the ODS credential, can assist with some registry tasks.

Answer 5

TRUE

Question 6

Which factors have contributed to cancer registrars working remotely?
a. the move to the electronic medical records
b. better pay
c. changing work-life balance norms
d. lack of office space at facilities

Answer 6

A, C, AND D

Question 7

TRUE OR FALSE: There are advantages and disadvantages to hiring both permanent staff and contractors.

Answer 7

TRUE

Question 8

Registrars holding the ODS credential, are required to complete ____ continuing education hours every two years.

Answer 8

20

Question 9

TRUE OR FALSE: Cancer registrars must stay current with advancements in how cancer is diagnosed and/or treated.

Answer 9

TRUE

Question 10

TRUE OR FALSE: Registrars pursuing a career in management/leadership should not take classes in management, data analysis and presentation to develop their skills.

Answer 10

FALSE