Methods used to manage risk are considered a part of which of the following?

A. assumption of risk
B. telemedicine
C. quality assurance
D. comparative negligence
E. occurrence assessment


C. quality assurance

Methods used to manage risk are part of quality assurance (QA) or quality improvement (QI). QA and/or QI are programs of practices performed by health care professionals to uphold the quality of care (QA/QI) programs, and will assess performance by auditing charts and observing behavior. Areas of weakness are identified and processes put in place to strengthen performance.

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a. Generic equivalents. b. Fines for violations. c. Vertical airflow hoods. d. Training packages.

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What term is used to describe an imaging instrument used to aid in the visualization of the respiratory system?

What will be an ideal response?

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In a compartment fire, the most fundamental fuel characteristics influencing fire development are:

A. weight and height. B. height and volume. C. mass and surface area. D. volume and dimensions.

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Discuss the statement, "Expensive health care is not necessarily excellent health care.". Include factors that are not tied to costs but can make a big difference in patient recovery and satisfaction

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