Identifying Patient Flashcards
1
Q
How do you identify inpatient?
A
Wrist band that matches requisition form
2
Q
How do you identify outpatient?
A
Provide ID/Medical identification card
3
Q
How do you identify patient?
A
Ask them name and PHI (personal health information)
4
Q
What are PHI (Personal health information) examples?
A
DOB, SS#, zip code
5
Q
How do you identify a patient if they’re unconscious?
A
1st look at wristband, 2nd someone identifiable like nurse, spouse, caregiver
6
Q
What can’t be used to identify a patient?
A
- Door Card
- IV Bag
- Medicine Bottle
