Concepts of Family Health Care Related

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What is the term that is used to describe a healthcare related incident or accident that may have possibly led to client harm?

  • A. An adverse event
  • B. A root cause
  • C. A healthcare acquired event
  • D. A sentinel event
Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Sentinel events are unexpected occurrences involving risk of serious harm.