The Nurse Manager Has an Adequate Understanding of Root Cause

question 5

Multiple Choice

The nurse manager has an adequate understanding of root cause analysis when stating which of the following?

• A) "Root cause analysis determines who to place the blame on."
• B) "Root cause analysis can identify some factors leading up to an error."
• C) "Root cause analysis is rarely conducted effectively."
• D) "Root cause analysis investigates the root causes of events that occur."

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Definitions:

Threats

Potential or actual negative forces or obstacles outside or inside an organization that could cause harm or impede progress.

BCG Matrix

A strategic planning tool that categorizes a company's business units or products into four quadrants based on their market share and market growth rate, to help in decision-making.

Categories

Classified groups or divisions within a larger system, often used to organize information or items.

Positioning

The strategy of placing a brand or product in the market to occupy a distinct place in the minds of target customers relative to competing products.