Part 1: Safety Principles

What is the primary goal of hospital safety?

• To reduce hospital costs

• To protect patients from harm

• To increase hospital revenue

• To improve staff productivity

Which of the following is NOT one of the International Patient Safety Goals (IPSG)?

• Identify Patients Correctly

• Reduce the Risk of Patient Harm from Falls

• Ensure Correct-Site Surgery

• Enhance Patient Satisfaction

Who is responsible for analyzing data and developing improvement strategies in a hospital?

• Healthcare Professionals

• Quality and Safety Officers

• Administrative Staff

• Patients and Families

What does the Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999 aim to improve?

• Data privacy in healthcare

• Fire safety regulations

• Air quality in public spaces

• Water quality in hospitals

Which law requires employers to ensure a safe and healthy workplace for employees in the Philippines?

• Philippine Clean Water Act

• Occupational Safety and Health Standards

• Fire Code of the Philippines

• Universal Health Care Act

What is the role of the Chairperson in a safety committee?

• To provide training to staff

• To lead committee meetings

• To manage documentation

• To conduct safety inspections

Which of the following is a type of safety in healthcare?

• Environmental Safety

• Financial Safety

• Marketing Safety

• Operational Safety

What is the purpose of the Emergency Preparedness law in the Philippines?

• To improve patient satisfaction

• To regulate hospital staff salaries

• To enhance hospital marketing strategies

• To ensure hospitals are ready for unforeseen events

Which of the following is a key feature of the Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act?

• Focuses solely on patient care

• Mandates the construction of new hospitals

• Regulates hospital food safety

• Establishes the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council

What is the minimum number of members required for a safety committee in a small workplace?

• 1 Member

• 2 Members

• 3 Members

• 4 Members