If You Suspect the Radiologist Has Unknowingly Contaminated His or Her

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Multiple Choice

If you suspect the radiologist has unknowingly contaminated his or her glove,which of the following should you do?

• A) Ignore the contamination as it is their responsibility to know their own contamination.
• B) Remain silent so as not to jeopardize the case and complete a sentinel event report afterward.
• C) Confirm the contamination with a second person,and if there is agreement,inform the radiologist.
• D) Make the radiologist aware of the possible contamination immediately.

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