____ is defined as the product of incomplete combustion or decomposition heating and includes an aggregate of solids, liquids, and gases.

The Joint Commission's Sentinel Event QI program policy is designed to do all of the following except

A. Demonstrate flexibility in setting QC measures B. Identify unfavorable events for immediate investigation C. Improve the safety of patients in healthcare institutions D. Prevent unfavorable events from happening again

What is the first step in discharging a patient from an acute care facility who will require home-based mechanical ventilation?

a. Patient and family education and training are initiated. b. The family is consulted about the feasibil-ity. c. All equipment and necessary supplies are readied. d. The physician writes appropriate orders and sets objectives.