The Nursing Instructor Is Teaching the Student About Occurrence Reports

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Multiple Choice

The nursing instructor is teaching the student about occurrence reports.Which statement by the student indicates an understanding of the purpose of occurrence reports?

• A) "Occurrence reports track problems and identify areas for quality improvement."
• B) "Occurrence reports are required by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to report drug errors."
• C) "The Joint Commission requires occurrence reports for all client falls."
• D) "Occurrence reports provide legal information should the patient seek legal action after an unusual occurrence."

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Definitions:

Yeast

A type of fungus used in baking and brewing because of its ability to ferment sugars.

Bacteria

Microscopic single-celled organisms that can be found in a variety of environments, some of which can cause diseases.

Onychomycosis

A fungal infection of the nail that causes discoloration, thickening, and separation from the nail bed.

Inflammation

The body's immune response to infection or injury, characterized by redness, heat, swelling, and pain.