Chapter 26 Quizs

A patient is asked to complete a medical and dental history, and be told why the information is needed.

• Correct

• Incorrect

• Unnecessary

• Optional

Expected outcomes of treatment and description of possible complications are recorded on the

• Patient information sheet

• Informed consent form

• Treatment plan

• Discharge summary

The written medical-dental health history form should be regarded as minimal information.

• Correct

• Incorrect

• Insufficient

• Excessive

Guidelines for charting entries in clinical records

• Making the chart entry during the examination or patient visit.

• Charting entries should be done at the end of the day.

• Entries must be made only by the attending physician.

• All entries should be written in pencil for easy correction.

A patient’s employment information is located on the patient registration form.

• Correct

• Incorrect

• Not applicable

• Unknown

Quality assurance examples in dental care

• Timely recall of patients to address dental need and documentation of when radiographs were taken.

• Regular cleaning of dental tools and equipment.

• Providing free dental check-ups for all patients.

• Offering discounts on dental procedures for referrals.

Diagnostic information-gathering form

• Clinical examination form

• Patient history form

• Medical assessment form

• Symptom checklist

The medical history section includes questions regarding the patient’s chronic conditions, allergies, and current medications being taken.

• Correct

• Incorrect

• Partially Correct

• Not Relevant

HIPAA written policy acknowledgment

• Acknowledges the patient’s receipt of the privacy policy.

• Confirms the patient's understanding of medical procedures.

• Informs the patient about their treatment options.

• Provides details about the healthcare provider's qualifications.

The primary source of information used to determine the overall quality of care the patient receives is the

• patient record

• nurse's notes

• hospital policy manual

• insurance claims