ATI LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT /NUR 2349/ NUR 2349 STUDY DETAILED REVIEW MODULE 3-EXAM 1 –100% VERIFIED ROLE & SCOPE EXAM

ATI LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT /NUR 2349/ NUR 2349 STUDY REVIEW MODULE 3-EXAM 1 –100% VERIFIED ROLE & SCOPE EXAM 1 8. What is the role of Risk Management? What should nurses do if an error is encountered? a. Risk management is a process that identifies, analyzes, and treats potential hazards within a given setting. The object of risk management is to identify potential hazards and eliminate them before anyone is harmed or disabled. Risk management activities include writing policies and procedures. Written policies and procedures are a requirement of TJC. These documents set standards of care for the institution and direct practice. They must be clearly stated, well delineated, and based on current practice. b. Nurse managers should review the policies and procedures frequently for compliance and timeliness. If policies are absent or outdated, the nurse manager must request the appropriate person or committee to either initiate or update the policy.