You are describing the "time-out" verification procedure to a nursing orientee. Which statement by the orientee indicates a good level of understanding? (Select all that apply.)
a. The time-out is done at the start of every invasive procedure.
b. The time-out prevents wrong site errors.
c. The time-out prevents wrong patient er-rors.
d. The time-out is done by the surgeon.
e. The time-out is required by The Joint Commission (TJC).
A, B, C, E
The time-out verification procedure is required by TJC and is done before every invasive proce-dure by the physician and all involved personnel. This is a safety procedure that prevents wrong patient, wrong site, and wrong procedure errors.
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