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Jramos095

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on: Jul 11, 2018
A 76-year-old patient who is recovering from pneumonia, was found lying on the floor next to the
  commode. How will the risk management team use the incident report filled out on Mrs. Harris?
 
  A) The risk management team will synthesize and analyze all reports of a similar nature to
  develop better standards for patient care.
  B) The risk management team will probably not review this incident report as the patient was
  not injured.
  C) The risk management team will determine if there is negligence, which requires a report to
  the Board of Nurse Examiners.
  D) The risk management team will consult with the hospital attorney prior to taking any action.

Question 2

What is the starting point for a risk management evaluation?
 
  A) When a patient is injured
  B) When a trend is noted on a nursing unit that suggests substandard care
  C) When a lawsuit is filed
  D) When an incident report is completed


juiceman1987

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

D


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