Within How Many Hours, According to the Joint Commission, Must

question 120

Multiple Choice

Within how many hours, according to The Joint Commission, must all verbal orders associated with a potential hazard to the patient be authenticated?

• A) 24 hours
• B) 48 hours
• C) 72 hours
• D) Within a time frame defined in the medical staff rules and regulations

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