The Joint Commission's Role in Sentinel Events Includes _____

question 1

Multiple Choice

The Joint Commission's role in sentinel events includes _____.

• A)Performing onsite reviews as the result of all sentinel events
• B)Possibility of placing the organization on accreditation watch status
• C)Requiring sentinel events to be reported within 45 days of an event
• D)Withdrawing accreditation for reporting of sentinel events

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Definitions:

Observational Study

A research method involving the collection of data without interference with the subjects’ natural environment.

Case-control

A type of observational study that compares individuals with a specific condition (cases) to those without the condition (controls) to identify potential risk factors.

Retrospective

Looking back on or dealing with past events or situations.

Independent Risk Factor

A variable that on its own increases the likelihood of developing a disease or health condition, independent of other factors.