The First Step of the QA Recommended by the Joint

question 19

Multiple Choice

The first step of the QA recommended by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) is to _____.

• A) collect and organize data
• B) take action to improve care
• C) assign responsibility
• D) assess and document actions

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Definitions:

FICA Tax

Federal Insurance Contributions Act tax, a U.S. payroll tax deducted to fund the Social Security and Medicare programs.

FUTA Tax

The Federal Unemployment Tax Act tax, paid by employers to fund the unemployment account of the federal government.

SUTA Tax

State Unemployment Tax Act tax, a payroll tax paid by employers to fund the state unemployment insurance program.

Medicare

In the United States, Medicare is a public health coverage scheme designed for individuals over the age of 65, along with a select group of younger people who have certain disabilities.