An unexpected occurrence in a health care facility that involves death or serious psychological injury is a(n):

a. earth-shattering occurrence b. standard operating procedure
c. sentinel event d. quality event

c

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Which of the following statements regarding the use of syrup of ipecac is TRUE?

a. Syrup of Ipecac is indicated in any overdose where the oral ingestion has occurred. b. Gastric lavage should be preformed when ipecac has been administered to remove any residual effects of the ipecac. c. Routine use of ipecac is no longer recommended due to the potential for aspiration of stomach contents. d. If using ipecac, activated charcoal should be avoided until the patient has emptied their stomach contents.

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In which procedure are the esophagus, carotid artery, and trachea retracted medially for access to the area of pathology?

a. anterior cervical diskectomy and fusion b. fronto-temporal craniotomy for aneurysm c. placement of ventriculo-atrial shunt d. rhizotomy for intractable trigeminal neuralgia

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