Which term refers to confirming the patient’s identity and background before treatment?

• A. Identify patient identities
• B. Graded Activity
• C. Focus on Function
• D. Management of Fear Avoiding Behaviors

Answer: (A)

The main idea here is safety and accuracy in starting care by confirming who the patient is and gathering essential background information before any treatment begins. Verifying the patient’s identity and background helps ensure the right chart, the right medical history, and the correct plan are used, which reduces errors like misidentification, wrong procedures, or incorrect medications. It also supports informed consent and guides appropriate planning based on the patient’s background.

The term that best fits this step is identifying patient identities, because it directly describes the process of confirming who the patient is and gathering their background before proceeding. Other terms refer to treatment approaches or focuses—such as gradually increasing activity, prioritizing functional outcomes, or addressing fear-avoidant behaviors—rather than the administrative step of identity verification.