The surgical team arrives in the operating room and one member states, "Everyone stop. Let's identify the patient and operative site. Now does anyone have any questions or concerns?" This process is known as:
a. time-out.
b. a critical pathway.
c. special cause variation.
d. lean methodology.
ANS: A
Correct: A time-out occurs in the operating room to ensure the entire surgical team identifies the patient, operative site, and possible concerns or questions about the procedure.
Incorrect:
b. A critical pathway defines the optimal sequencing and timing of interventions by physicians, nurses, and other interprofessional team members when providing care for a patient with a particular diagnosis or procedure.
c. Special cause variation is a deviation that is unstable, unpredictable, and not in statistical control.
d. Lean methodology is a system that focuses on reducing waste, synchronizing workflows, and managing variability in production flows.
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