The 1999 Report by the Institute of Medicine,To Err Is

question 7

Multiple Choice

The 1999 report by the Institute of Medicine,To Err Is Human: Building a Safer Health System,stated that between ____ deaths could be attributed to preventable medical errors.

• A) 400 and 980
• B) 4,000 and 9,800
• C) 44,000 and 98,000
• D) 440,000 and 980,000

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Definitions:

CLABSI

Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infection, a serious infection that occurs when bacteria or viruses enter the bloodstream through a central line.

Infectious Microorganisms

Microbes such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites that can cause disease or infection when they enter the body and multiply.

Central Line

A catheter placed in a large vein, usually in the neck, chest, or groin, that is used to give fluids or medications.

Medical Asepsis

Practices in health care designed to reduce the number and transfer of pathogens, as well as decrease the risk of infections.