The Institute of Medicine Found That Over 44,000 People Die

question 3

Multiple Choice

The Institute of Medicine found that over 44,000 people die each year of a preventable event that happens as a result of being in the health care environment. This untoward event is:

• A) Tuberculosis
• B) Obesity
• C) Medical error
• D) Severe acute respiratory syndrome

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