A sentinel event involves the occurrence of an unexpected event that may involve death, a serious physical/psychological harm, or a big risk thereof. A serious injury in this case may involve a loss of an organ such as limb, hand, or a particular function due to Wrong Site Surgery (WSS).
For the first part of this assignment you will research valid sources on Wrong Site Surgery to write the paper. The questions you will address in your paper are listed below. Be sure to scan the sources so the content will address these questions.
Research Questions
Causes and consequences of Wrong Site Surgery (WSS)
WSS and Negligence
Liability of the Hospital and liability of the Surgical team in WSS
Joint Commission (JC) measures on hospitals for not following the policy
Integrating accountability measures
What is your role as a surgical technologist to help prevent WSS?