National Patient Safety Goals (NPSGs) Flashcards

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National Patient Safety Goals (NPSGs)

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A set of goals established to improve patient safety in healthcare settings.

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Annual Review Process

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The process of reviewing patient safety issues on a yearly basis.

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Improving Patient Safety

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The ultimate goal of the National Patient Safety Goals.

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Programs

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Different types of healthcare services and facilities.

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Critical Access Hospitals

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Included in the application of medication safety goals.

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Goal 6

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Use alarms safely

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Goal 6 focus

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Safe use of alarms in healthcare

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Hospital Settings

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Applies to hospitals.

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Infection Prevention

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Goal 7 focuses on preventing infection.

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Applicable settings

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Nursing care centers, home care, and assisted living communities