Patient Encounter/med Records Flashcards
What is the social space used for?
Introductions
Establishing patient rapport
Identifying patient
Social space is how many feet from the patient?
4-12
What is the acceptable distance for personal space?
18inches- 4 feet
What is personal space used for?
Interview of patient
How far are you from the patient while in the intimate space?
0-18 inches
What is the intimate space used for?
Physical exams/procedures
What does PHI stand for?
Protected health information
Who controls access to PHI
Patients
What does CDC stand for?
Center for Disease Control
What does the CDC of encourage all clinicians?
To wear protective gear if they will come in contact with bodily fluids of patients
Why are the Speak Up steps so important?
They help prevent errors in your care
One word the the S in speak up is associated with
Questions..
What does the P in speak up stand for?
Pay attention
Speak Up with an E
Educate yourself
The A means what in care safety
Ask an advocate