Legal, Ethical, and CRM Basics Flashcards
BCEN CFRN Flashcards

| Front | Back |
| Authority gradient in teams | Flattening hierarchy to encourage open and effective communication |
| Beneficence principle | Actively promoting the patient’s well-being |
| Closed-loop communication | Repeating instructions to confirm clarity and reduce errors |
| Crew Resource Management (CRM) goal | Enhance team communication and decision-making |
| Debriefing benefits | Identify strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement after a critical event |
| Ethical dilemma resolution steps | Identify problem, gather facts, consider options, select best ethical action |
| HIPAA purpose | Protect patient privacy and ensure confidentiality of health information |
| Importance of accurate documentation | Facilitates continuity of care and reduces liability risks |
| Informed consent | Patient agreement after receiving clear explanation of treatment risks and benefits |
| Negligence definition | Failure to act according to the expected standard of care |
| Nonmaleficence principle | Obligation to avoid causing harm |
| Scope of practice | Legal boundaries defining procedures and actions permitted for a provider |
About the Flashcards
Flashcards for the BCEN CFRN exam provide a targeted review of legal and professional responsibilities in patient care. Cards cover key definitions and testing terms such as negligence, informed consent, scope of practice, HIPAA, and the importance of accurate documentation for continuity of care and liability reduction.
The deck also reinforces core ethical concepts like beneficence and nonmaleficence, practical steps for resolving ethical dilemmas, and team-based communication skills used in clinical settings: Crew Resource Management, closed-loop communication, authority gradients, and debriefing. Use these cards to rehearse terminology, concepts, and behaviors likely emphasized on the exam.
Topics covered in this flashcard deck:
- Negligence and liability
- Informed consent
- HIPAA and privacy
- Documentation best practices
- Ethical principles and dilemmas
- Team communication and CRM