The goal of a risk management program in an institution is to do which of the following? Select all that apply.
A. Identify and correct systemic problems in
the facility
B. Identify when better orientation is needed
for staff
C. Identify issues with equipment and staffing
D. Punish the person responsible for the error
E. Reduce legal and financial liability for the
institution
F. Reduce the number of errors made in
patient care
A, B, C, E, and F
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