Which of the Following Demonstrates a Movement Away from a Culture

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following demonstrates a movement away from a culture of blame and liability to one in which a systematic approach is used to enhancing patient safety?

• A) Avoiding harmful misrepresentation while assisting patients to understand their health record.
• B) Apology letters to patients who experienced an adverse event inadmissible in a court of law.
• C) Encouraging full disclosure of adverse events with patient identification information removed.
• D) Instituting monthly meetings of a risk management review committee.

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Definitions:

Plane Joint

A type of synovial joint that allows for gliding movements between bones.

Opposing Flat Surfaces

Two surfaces facing each other with minimal curvature, typically parallel, allowing for close contact or interaction.

Saddle

A type of synovial joint that allows movements in several axes, found in areas such as the thumb base, characterized by fitting together like a rider and a saddle.

Hinge

A joint or mechanism that allows parts to pivot or swing around a fixed point, often found in doors or lids.