A sentinel event refers to which situation?
a. An event that could have harmed a patient, but serious harm didn't occur because of chance.
b. An event that harms a patient as a result of underlying disease or condition.
c. An event that harms a patient by omission or commission, not an underlying disease or condition.
d. An event that signals the need for immediate investigation and response.
ANS: D
A sentinel event is an unexpected occurrence involving death or serious physical or psychologic injury or the risk thereof called sentinel, because they signal the need for immediate investigation and response. A near-miss refers to an error or commission or omission that could have harmed the patient, but serious harm did not occur as a result of chance. Harm that relates to an underlying disease or condition provides the rationale for the close monitoring and supervision provided in a health care setting. An adverse event is one that results in unintended harm because of the commission or omission of an act.
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