The Nurse Has Been Hired to Work in the Risk

question 26

Multiple Choice

The nurse has been hired to work in the risk management office of a hospital. What situations would the nurse expect to be included in this job? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

• A) Participating in the investigation of a sentinel medication event
• B) Using the computer to track data
• C) Working with staff nurses to identify work flow problems
• D) Meeting with the nurse executive to identify nurses who are prone to medication errors
• E) Participating in a committee that will recommend changes to the policy and procedures regarding medication administration.

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