Exam 1 - Clinical Safety Flashcards
1
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Serious reportable events
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There are 29 of them updated by the NQF.
2
Q
Carbon Monoxide
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Affects a person’s oxygenation by binding strongly with hemoglobin, preventing the formation of oxyhemoglobin , and reducing the supply of oxygen delivered to the tissues.
3
Q
Workplace violence
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The act or threat of violence, ranging from verbal abuse to physical assault, directed towards persons at work.
