Which of the Following Is the Most Frequently Identified Root

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the most frequently identified root cause of reported sentinel events?

• A) Communication failure
• B) Inadequate staffing
• C) Incompetent staff
• D) All of these are correct.

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