Which of the Following Is a Knowledge-Based Failure of Patient

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a knowledge-based failure of patient safety?

• A) A stressed EMS provider applies the wrong rule, resulting in patient injury.
• B) A distracted paramedic fails to perform a routine skill correctly.
• C) A tired EMS provider fails to follow a relevant rule, resulting in patient injury.
• D) A narcissistic paramedic makes a bad decision based on insufficient information.

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Definitions:

Direct Labor Hours

The total hours worked by employees directly involved in manufacturing a product or delivering a service.

Materials Price Variance

The difference between the actual cost of materials and the expected (standard) cost, used to evaluate budgeting efficiency.

Materials Quantity Variance

The difference between the actual quantity of materials used in production and the standard amount expected, multiplied by the standard cost.

Total Materials Variance

The difference between the actual cost of materials used in production and their standard cost, reflecting efficiency or inefficiency.