(PCT) Ch. 11 Patient Safety Assignment

A sentinel event is any unexpected occurrence involving death or serious physical or psychological injury, or the risk thereof. (162)

• True

• False

Errors do not need to be documented as long as they are corrected.

• True

• False

A written order by the physician must detail the duration and circumstances under which safety reminder devices (SRDs) are to be used.

• True

• False

SRDs are primarily used in long-term care facilities.

• True

• False

Radiation and radioactive materials are used in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. (166)

• True

• False

Items such as books, magazines, and shoes may be hazards that could cause the patient to fall.

• True

• False

The focus on a safe environment has expanded to include __________ that come in contact with patients.

Examples of __________ include medication errors and errors in procedures and treatments that led to the death of an individual and inappropriate application of safety reminder devices.

According to OBRA, all other interventions should be attempted __________ the use of restraints.

Sources of mercury exposure in health care facilities include __________ and sphygmomanometers (blood pressure device).