As a patient care advocate, you regularly coach patients on how to sta

QUESTION

As a patient care advocate, you regularly coach patients on how to stay safe in health care by educating them about:

a. The need to understand and record all medications being taken.
b. Bringing their own linens and other personal items to the hospital.
c. Washing hands frequently while in a healthcare environment and using a hand sanitizer.
d. Following closely the directions and orders of healthcare providers.

ANSWER:

ANS: A
The Five Steps to Safer Health Care for patients include keeping a list of medications that patients are taking.