An operating nurse who does not speak up to a surgeon before a wrong site sentinel event happens
A. Is incompetent and should be disciplined
B. May indicate a symptom of underlying negative dynamics and poor communication within the operating room team
C. Is probably responsible for many errors for which the surgeon will be blamed
D. All of the above
ANS: B
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