Risk management programs __________
a. identify potential risks to patients
b. measure quality indicators
c. develop and implement strategies to improve quality
d. are not suitable for community health care settings
a
a. Correct: Risk management programs identify potential risks to patients, staff, or property such as injuries, loss, or damage. Once potential risks are identified, actions are taken to reduce the risks.
b. Incorrect: Measuring quality indicators is part of total quality management, not risk management.
c. Incorrect: Developing and implementing strategies to improve quality is part of total quality management, not risk management.
d. Incorrect: Risk management programs are very important in all health care settings, including community health care.
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