Examples of sentinel events include (select all that apply):
a. Forceps left in an abdominal cavity.
b. Patient fall, with injury.
c. Short staffing.
d. Administration of morphine overdose.
e. Death of patient related to postpartum hemorrhage.
ANS: A, B, D, E
Sentinel events are serious, unexpected occurrences involving death or physical or psychological harm.
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