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Identity Procedure
The Basics of Patient Identification
| Numerical Order | Procedure |
|---|---|
| 1 Procedure | Patient identification involves at least 3 steps. |
| 2 Procedure | "Sir, please a . state and b. spell your full name and c. dob" Do not ask yes/no questions. |
| 3 Procedure | Compare with info on patient's ID band or document alternative ID such as government issued photo ID. |
| 4 Procedure | For a child, nurse/parent confirmation is accepted. |
| 5 Procedure | Confirm information with lab labels and/or requisitions |
| 6 Procedure | If all 3 Identification steps match, proceed with the procedure. |
| 7 Procedure | Documentary the dietary facts, if necessary. |
| 8 Ask Pertinent Questions | Have you been fasting? |
| 9 Ask Pertinent Questions | Do you have a latex allergy? |
| 10 Ask Pertinent Questions | Do you have a preferred site? |
| 11 Ask Pertinent Questions | Have you had a fistula? |
| 12 Ask Pertinent Questions | Have you had a mastectomy? |
| 13 Ask Pertinent Questions | Have you ever fainted? |