3rd Year formative

Question 1

An adverse event is any unintended or unexpected incident which could have harmed or did lead to harm for one or more patients receiving healthcare. What is the reported frequency of serious adverse events (that did result in harm, disability or death) among hospitalised patients in the UK?

1. <1%
2. 1 - 5%
3. 6 - 10%
4. 10 - 15%
5. >20%

Answer 1

1 - 5%

Question 2

Effective communication is an important aspect of patient safety. Which of the following is an external barrier to effective communication?

1. Culture
2. Distraction
3. Emotions
4. Language
5. Past experience

Answer 2

Distraction

Question 3

Situational awareness includes the perception and comprehension of the current situation and the anticipation of future events. Which of the following is a barrier to situational awareness?

1. Complacency
2. Effective communication
3. Maintaining fitness for work
4. Minimising interruption during critical tasks
5. Speaking up

Answer 3

Complacency

Question 4

When performing a procedure, which of the following situations is associated with a decreased risk of error?

1. Familiarity with the task
2. Inadequate checking
3. Inexperience
4. Poor human equipment interface
5. Shortage of time

Answer 4

Familiarity with the task