The Nursing Manager Understands That the Phrase "Active Failure" in Regard

question 1

Multiple Choice

The nursing manager understands that the phrase "active failure" in regard to patient safety means a(n) :

• A) system process is actively injuring patients and needs modification.
• B) workplace practice is actively contributing to poor patient outcomes.
• C) error has actively caused a patient to have a negative consequence.
• D) unsafe act was committed by someone in direct contact with patients.