A new nurse on the orthopedic unit makes a medication error.Which statements by the nurse manager foster a safe environment in which nurses will report medication errors?
Select all that apply.

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Statements A, B, C, and D all focus on understanding the cause of the error and preventing future errors, which fosters a safe and open environment for reporting and learning from mistakes. Statement E, however, focuses on documenting what was done incorrectly, which could be perceived as punitive and may not contribute to a safe reporting environment.

A New Nurse on the Orthopedic Unit Makes a Medication