Which action directly addresses one of the Joint Commission 2015 Hospital National Safety Goals?
A) A hospital has set ambitious targets for reducing the incidence of catheter-related urinary tract infections.
B) A long term care facility has put new measures in place to identify residents who may be aggressive.
C) A nurse has committed to exceeding the required amount of continuing education required for license renewal.
D) A public health agency has changed its policies so that two nurses are always present during a home visit.
Ans: A
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Reducing the rates of health care-associated infections is among the 2015 goals. Actions such as identifying aggressive clients, pairing nurses during home visits, and continuing education are beneficial, but none directly address the 2015 goals set out by the Joint Commission.
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