A Sentinel Event Refers to an Event That

question 4

Multiple Choice

A sentinel event refers to an event that

• A) could have harmed a patient, but serious harm didn't occur because of chance.
• B) harms a patient as a result of underlying disease or condition.
• C) harms a patient by omission or commission, not an underlying disease or condition.
• D) signals the need for immediate investigation and response.

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Definitions:

Positive Correlation

A relationship between two variables where both either increase or decrease together.

Negative Correlation

A connection between two factors where as one escalates, the other diminishes.

Mood Disorders

A category of mental health issues that primarily affect a person’s emotional state, such as depression and bipolar disorder.

Profound Creativity

Exceptional or groundbreaking creativity that significantly alters the perception or understanding of a domain or discipline.