Core Measures Identified by the Joint Commission Include Standard Orders

question 19

Multiple Choice

Core measures identified by The Joint Commission include standard orders regarding care and data collection for:

• A)Infection rates.
• B)Community-acquired pneumonia admission rates.
• C)Rates of smokers admitted with acute myocardial infarction.
• D)Rates of smokers admitted with hypertension.

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Definitions:

Agent

An individual or entity authorized to act on behalf of another person or entity, typically in business transactions, creating a legal relationship called agency.

Independent Contractor

A person or entity contracted to perform work for—or provide services to—another entity as a non-employee, which means they have greater autonomy in how they complete their work.

Excavation Work

The process of removing earth, rock, or other materials in a site to form a cavity or hole.

Negligence

The failure to take reasonable care to avoid causing injury or loss to another person, resulting in legal liability for any resulting damages.