Lecture 4: CMRITO Continued Flashcards
What is the purpose of Standards of Practice?
To assist public, MRTs, management, and educators in setting quality of care and expectations.
Who oversees and supports standards of practice in the profession?
A professional organization.
What are the three key expectations of standards of practice for MRTs according to CMRITO?
- Competent
- Accountable
- Collaborative
What does competency in practice require from MRTs?
To work for safe, effective, and ethical outcomes for the patient.
What must MRTs do if they are not competent?
Refrain from acting.
What does accountability mean for MRTs?
Taking responsibility for decisions and actions in the best interest of patients.
What does communication mean for MRT standards of practice
MRT’s must communicate and cooperate with other healthcare
professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes for the patient
* Radiologists
* Nurses
* Physicians
* Other imaging staff
* Porters
* Emergency Department Technicians
What is considered professional misconduct for MRTs?
Failure to follow the Standards of Practice.
How many sections are the CMRITO Standards of Practice divided into?
Eight sections.
What are some sections included in the CMRITO Standards of Practice?
- Legislation, Standards and Ethics
- Equipment and Materials
- Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures
- Safe Practice
- Relationship with Patients
- Professional Relationships
- Records and Reporting
- Continuing Competence
What does the term ‘legislation’ refer to in the Standards of Practice?
Both statutes and regulations.
What guides professional decisions and conduct according to CMRITO?
A code of ethics.
What are the five principles of the CMRITO Code of Ethics?
- Responsibility to the Public
- Responsibility to Patients
- Responsibility to the Profession
- Responsibility to Colleagues and other Health Professionals
- Personal Responsibility
What does the QA Program aim to assure?
The public of the quality of the practice.
continuing competence
continue quality improvement
What must MRTs maintain according to SOP #8: Continued Competence?
Necessary knowledge, skills, and judgement.
What is the purpose of the Quality Assurance Program?
- Assure public quality
- Promote continuing competence
- Continue quality improvement
What is required of MRTs regarding their participation in the QA Program?
All MRTs must participate and cooperate with the Committee and Assessors.
How long must documentation be kept for the QA Program?
Five years.
What is the Quality Assurance Declaration?
A confirmation by members that they understand the program requirements.
What does the Quality Assurance Portfolio include?
- QA Profile
- Self-Assessment
- Record of Continuing Education and Professional Development
What is the minimum number of continuing education hours MRTs must complete annually?
At least 25 hours.
What is included in the Record of Continuing Education and Professional Development?
- Type of activity
- Author or presenter name
- Date started/ended
- Hours taken
- Learning outcomes
- Application of learning
What does the Peer and Practice Assessment involve?
Self, peer, and patient assessment of a member’s practice.
What is the purpose of the multi-source feedback (MSF) system?
To assess a member’s practice through feedback from various sources.
How does the CMRITO notify MRTs about QA records submission?
In writing, when they are required to submit their QA records or undergo an assessment.
