Unexpected occurrences involving death or serious physical or psychological injury are called:
A. adverse effects
B. sentinel events
C. side effects
D. medication errors
b
Rationale: Sentinel events are unexpected occurrences involving death or serious physical or psychological injury.
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A. Life safety B. Incident stabilization C. Protection of property D. Protection of the environment
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a. Between days 1 and 7 b. After 3 days to weeks c. After 3 weeks d. After 1 month
You must have a broad ________ base to be able to ask questions that will elicit the most meaningful information about the patient.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).