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TJ Kent Serafica
on Oct 09, 2024Verified
Medical errors cause some deaths in the United States. Research suggests that deaths from medical errors per year
A) number between 44,000 and 98,000.
B) are over 44,000 but less than 98,000.
C) may exceed 98,000 by some reports.
D) are excluded from the leading causes.
Medical Errors
Mistakes in healthcare that can lead to harm or suboptimal outcomes for patients, ranging from medication mix-ups to surgical mishaps.
Deaths
The cessation of all biological functions that sustain a living organism, marking the end of life.
- Familiarize oneself with strategies aimed at reducing healthcare mistakes and augmenting patient security in medical facilities.
Verified Answer
SW
Learning Objectives
- Familiarize oneself with strategies aimed at reducing healthcare mistakes and augmenting patient security in medical facilities.
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