sentinel event
sentinel event · sentinel events
Any unanticipated or unusual event in a medical setting which results in death or…Any unanticipated or unusual event in a medical setting which results in death or serious physical injury to a person or persons, specifically including limb loss or gross motor function.
Meaning
1 sensesAny unanticipated or unusual event in a medical setting which results in death or serious physical injury to a person or persons, specifically including limb loss or gross motor function.
Origin
As defined by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations.As defined by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations.
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Forms
plural: sentinel events| Singular | sentinel event |
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