A Nurse Is Removing a Saturated Dressing from an Abdominal

question 20

Multiple Choice

A nurse is removing a saturated dressing from an abdominal incision and must cut the tape to remove the dressing.The nurse accidentally cuts the sutures holding the incision,and evisceration occurs.In quality improvement,this incident is best identified using what term?

• A) Root cause
• B) Sentinel event
• C) Variation in performance
• D) Causal factor

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Definitions:

Natural Chemicals

Substances produced by living organisms found in the natural environment, often having biological activity.

Deadly

Capable of causing death or serious harm to living organisms.

Physical Hazard

A condition in the environment or surroundings that has the potential to cause injury or harm to humans, animals, or property.

Hurricane

A type of tropical cyclone characterized by a low-pressure center, thunderstorms, strong winds, and heavy rain, causing significant weather-related events like floods.