A safety committee in a healthcare facility provides a safe environment for the client, staff, and visitors. The nurse is reviewing with a group of nursing students the importance of a safe environment
What is the best response by the nursing student about the responsibilities associated with the safety committee? A) To take action in hazardous situations
B) To be prepared for emergencies
C) To track injury and illness rates
D) To relieve facility staff during a disaster
C
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The safety committee is responsible for tracking injury and illness rates at the healthcare facility. Staff members at a healthcare facility are expected to work together, observe, and take action in a hazardous situation. The goal of safety that extends to clients, employees, and visitors is to be prepared for emergencies. A disaster medical assistance team (DMAT) may set up a temporary hospital or may be called on to relieve facility staff when a large disaster strikes.
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