Patient Safety Week 2023 Crossword

4. Performed before invasive or high-risk procedures to verify patient, procedure, laterality.
7. Responsible to speak up for safety. Can report safety concerns.
9. Who you report malfunctioning medical equipment to
10. Purpose of National Patient Safety Goals
13. What you should do immediately with malfunctioning equipment
14. Goshen Health's values
15. Organizational system of shared accountability
16. What "R" stands for in the RACE acronym (fire safety)
17. Where you report a soiled ceiling tile
18. Do you know to call extension 3333 in case of an emergency?
19. Most effective way to prevent the spread of germs

1. A bloody bandage is considered ______ and should be placed in a biohazard bag
2. Location of Safety Data Sheets (specific tab in Infohub)
3. Most frequent contributing factor to medical errors
5. Most frequently reported risk events
6. Should be verified prior to any medication, treatment, procedure, etc.
8. Process of educating the patient on a treatment or procedures risks, benefits and alternatives so they can make the best decision for themselves
10. Who you should call in the event of a chemical spill
11. Confirmation of site or side to prevent wrong site procedures
12. 1 patient identifier
20. Another patient identifier