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IGNOU MHH-12 (July 2025 – January 2026) Assignment Questions
1. Answer each of the following questions in around 1000 words
a. Explain the impact of Discharge Summary preparation and various clearances on the TAT of the entire discharge process. Write about the causes and the factors associated with the same. How can a hospital that is facing delays in the discharge process improve the same?
b. Describe the role of technological advancements in specialised diagnostic services and their impact on healthcare.
2. Read the following case study carefully. Answer in 500-700 words each.
Mrs. Anita Sharma, a 75-year-old patient with a history of hypertension and osteoarthritis, has been
admitted to the medical-surgical ward for post-operative care following a hip replacement surgery. She
is alert but complains of occasional dizziness and weakness while attempting to stand or walk. Her
mobility is currently limited, and she requires assistance for most activities of daily living.
During the previous night shift, she attempted to walk to the bathroom without assistance despite being
advised to call for help. As a result, she slipped and fell near her bedside, causing minor bruises on her
arm. The incident was reported to the nursing supervisor, and an internal investigation revealed that no
fall risk assessment was performed upon her admission. Additionally, the call bell was not within the
patient’s easy reach.
The fall has caused Mrs. Sharma significant emotional distress, making her anxious about her recovery.
Her family is upset about the incident and has expressed concerns regarding the hospital’s safety
protocols. The nursing staff is tasked with ensuring her safety, providing emotional support, and
preventing similar events in the future.
Questions:
1. What could have been done upon Mrs. Sharma’s admission to identify her fall risk and prevent this incident?
2. After the fall, what immediate actions should the nurse take to address Mrs. Sharma’s physical and emotional well-being?
3. As a staff nurse, what steps will you take to ensure Mrs. Sharma’s safety and prevent further incidents?
4. What is the role of the nursing team in addressing sentinel events like this, including communicating with the family and documenting the incident?
5. What changes should the nursing team implement in the ward to minimize the risk of similar incidents in the future?
3. Answer the following short notes in 500 to 700 words
a. Discuss the patient safety in OPD setting, challenges and strategies for mitigation
b. What are the medical and nursing staff required in an ICU? Elaborate the category and the ratio to be maintained.
c. What are the different types of radiotherapy? Explain various techniques.
d. Describe the Haemovigilance Programme of India (HvPI) and explain its significance in ensuring transfusion safety. Include key objectives, features, and recent developments.
e. Discuss the categorisation of Laboratories Based on Biosafety Levels
f. Enumerate the service delivery models for chemotherapy. Discuss the functional zones that may be included in a chemotherapy unit.
