California Phlebotomy Certification Practice Exam

Which organization is tasked with enforcing standards related to healthcare facilities?

1. JCAHO

2. CAP

3. COLA

4. FDA

The correct answer is: JCAHO

The Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, commonly known as JCAHO, is responsible for establishing and enforcing standards related to healthcare facilities. This organization focuses on assessing the quality of care provided in hospitals and other healthcare organizations. JCAHO conducts regular evaluations to ensure that facilities meet strict performance standards and comply with healthcare regulations. By implementing these standards, they aim to improve the quality of care delivered to patients and ensure their safety within healthcare facilities. The other organizations mentioned have different roles: CAP (College of American Pathologists) primarily focuses on laboratory accreditation and quality assurance, COLA (Commission on Laboratory Accreditation) is dedicated to the accreditation of clinical laboratories, and FDA (Food and Drug Administration) oversees the safety and efficacy of drugs, medical devices, and food products but is not specifically tasked with the enforcement of standards for healthcare facilities as a whole.