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mcmcdaniel

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Name at least three types of reportable incidents.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Name four basic functions of risk management.
 
  What will be an ideal response?



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Answer to Question 1

Any three of the following: hospital-acquired infections, medication errors, slips or falls, surgical mistakes or adverse results, accidental exposure to toxic or medical waste or radiation, security problems in or around the facility.

Answer to Question 2

Risk identification, risk analysis, loss prevention or reduction, claims (against the facility) management.



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