Define sentinel event

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: A sentinel event is an unexpected occurrence involving death, serious physical or psychological injury, or the risk thereof, with "serious injuries" including the loss of a limb or function.

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A patient experiencing compensated hemolytic disease would show which of the following lab results?

a. RBC count: 2.8 ? 1012/L b. MCV: 73 fL c. MCHC: 28 g/dL d. Hb 15.4 g/dL

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Data dredging (data mining) is conducting research without a scientific question in mind.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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A(n) _______ contract covers services that are not included in a standard maintenance agreement. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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The femur is a major bone in the: a. hand. b. arm

c. foot. d. leg.

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